Home > Blog > Healthcare > ViVE 2024 Recap: Navigating the Frontiers of Healthcare Innovation Healthcare Mar 04, 2024 5 min read ViVE 2024 Recap: Navigating the Frontiers of Healthcare Innovation Sydnee Silverberg Field Marketing Specialist Forget the beige walls and stale coffee of your typical industry conference. ViVE 2024 in Los Angeles was a vibrant hub buzzing with energy. A convention center filled with healthcare rockstars: seasoned thought leaders, industry titans, and fresh-faced innovators with ideas that could shake things up. Their mission? To dissect the cutting-edge trends reshaping healthcare from the inside out. The conference crackled with insightful sessions and discussions that unveiled the key themes driving healthcare transformation. Buckle up because the future of health is about to get a serious upgrade, with patients taking the wheel, technology wielding its magic touch, and innovation fueled by visionaries. Let’s dive into the key topics that dominated ViVE 2024: Tech Revolution: Healthcare Gets a Digital Makeover Gone are the days when healthcare felt like a trip back in time. ViVE 2024 made it clear— technology is revolutionizing care delivery. Speakers across various sessions painted a picture of a patient-centric, efficient healthcare system powered by a hyper-effective Digital Front Door. Imagine managing your health information, scheduling appointments, or even having consultations—all from the comfort of your iPhone. Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to become a healthcare game-changer. From analyzing data to predict potential health risks to streamlining administrative tasks, AI can free up valuable time for healthcare professionals, allowing them to focus on what they do best—providing top-notch care. In the image above: Salesforce’s MPP, Senior Principal – ISV Technology Strategy – Global Healthcare & Life Sciences, Brandon Stauber, and Hyro’s VP Product Uri Pintov delivered a live demo of Hyro and Salesforce’s joint solution aimed at drastically cutting repetitive inbound calls to healthcare call centers. Bridging the Workforce Gap The panelists at ViVE 2024 didn’t shy away from acknowledging the critical challenge of healthcare staffing shortages, and offered up solutions to tackle this endemic issue, chief among them: technology. Healthcare organizations can utilize technology to streamline administrative burdens and data entry, freeing up practitioners’ time for direct patient care. By incorporating telehealth consultations into workflows, providers can manage a broader patient base without compromising on quality of care. Think of it as extending their reach and impact. Investing in educational programs and training initiatives for existing staff can bridge the gap in specialized skills and knowledge. This ensures teams are equipped with the latest tools and expertise to deliver exceptional care. By empowering healthcare professionals with the right tools and support, organizations can enhance efficiency, prevent burnout, and ultimately deliver superior quality care. It’s about creating an environment where healthcare workers can thrive, and patients receive the best possible care. In the image above (courtesy of ViVE): Amy Lu, Chief Quality Officer, UCSF Health; Jose Azar, EVP and Chief Quality Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health; Nancy Gin, The Permanente Federation; Rasu Shrestha, Executive Vice President & Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer Atrium Health. This session revolved around navigating the challenge of enhancing both patient and healthcare worker experiences within the confines of health systems’ budgets. Consumers Take the Wheel: Your Healthcare Journey, Your Way The conference also highlighted the evolving role of consumers in shaping their healthcare journeys. Consumers crave intuitive mobile apps or portals that place their health information at their fingertips. They want to be able to actively manage their care and make informed decisions about their health. They want the troves of data collected through their wearable devices to provide proactive insights into their well-being. But this approach won’t only benefit patients. Physicians will be able to gain a more holistic picture of their patient panel health by incorporating data from remote monitoring devices alongside traditional clinical data and tailor treatment plans accordingly. In the image above (courtesy of ViVE): Roy Schoenberg, CEO, Amwell; Bradley Crotty, Chief Digital Officer, Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin and Inception Health; Eve Cunningham, Chief of Virtual Care and Digital Health, Providence; Rhonda Bartlett, Vice President, Consumer Experience and Access, NewYork-Presbyterian. This session focused on the ways in which virtual technology is revolutionizing former hospital-based care delivery activities. Data and AI: Balancing Progress with Ethics In a world where data is king, the conference delved into the ethical considerations that come with wielding this power. Speakers warned of hidden biases lurking within data sets, biases that could unfairly impact who gets the best care. It was a wake-up call for healthcare leaders to prioritize fairness and transparency in AI-powered decisions. The conversation didn’t stop there. Experts stressed the need for strong rules and regulations to protect patient privacy and ensure AI development plays by an ethical code. By taking a proactive approach, healthcare organizations can build trust with patients, unleash innovation responsibly, and ultimately deliver better care for everyone. Fueling Innovation: Investments that Change the Game Money talks, and at ViVE 2024, the talk was all about investing in a healthier future. Industry leaders explored how healthcare systems are pouring resources into groundbreaking startups, cutting-edge technology, and innovative care models. The conference shed light on diverse funding strategies—from venture capitalists taking a chance on promising ideas, to partnerships with private equity firms and strategic acquisitions. But throwing money at everything isn’t the answer. Speakers emphasized the importance of aligning investments with clear goals: what serves patients best, what keeps things sustainable in the long run? By making smart investments in innovation, healthcare organizations can unlock new avenues for growth, streamline operations, and deliver greater value to everyone involved. Feeling the ViVE ViVE 2024 served as a powerful catalyst for exploring the future of healthcare. It provided a glimpse into a healthcare landscape characterized by technological advancements, patient empowerment, and a focus on value and ethical considerations. By embracing innovation, fostering collaboration, and prioritizing ethical considerations, the healthcare industry is poised to overcome existing challenges, seize new opportunities, and chart a course toward a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Oh, and it was also A LOT of fun! In the image above: The Hyro team, flashing those pearly whites 🙂 Conversational AI insights, directly to your inbox. 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