How Numan Is Empowering Patients Through Digital Coaching and Accessibility

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Sam Shah, a renowned expert in digital health. Sam discusses the pressing issue of access to healthcare and the need for digital solutions to empower patients. He shares insights on the challenges of obesity and weight loss, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach that combines medicine, diet, exercise, and digital health interventions, while also touching on the concept of digital coaching for weight loss and how it can effectively support individuals on their behavior change journey. Sam emphasizes the need for personalized experiences and the integration of rewards and positive reinforcement to motivate individuals to achieve their goals. We address the issue of digital accessibility and why health system leaders should prioritize measuring digital penetration and patient-reported outcome measures. Sam also advocates for adopting user-centered design principles from other industries to improve healthcare services and make them more engaging and user-friendly. Join the journey as we explore the intersection of digital health and patient empowerment.