<p>🙌 Thoroughly enjoyed the <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=alumnitalks2023" data-attribute-index="0">#alumnitalks2023</a> of the <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-twente/" data-attribute-index="1" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY">University of Twente</a>. <br><br>About how a simple technical business administrator&nbsp;ends up in healthcare (only possible conclusion after the presentations of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAIdEmAB7ELMCS4pPZytUtsDA7BWMHr0ZBQ" data-attribute-index="3" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE">Richard Droste</a> van <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/asml/" data-attribute-index="5" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY">ASML</a>... and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAABRyA4BfEfP2qQ4LjNxPa8tcIOHt3Q3yHc" data-attribute-index="7" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE">Anke Huiskes</a> van <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/nphard/" data-attribute-index="9" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY">NP-Hard Ventures</a> 🙏 ) and why that is both very logical and very valuable.</p>
<p>And - in the den of the (technical) lion 🦁 - why technology should never be the starting point, but that - also in healthcare - too often it is. Good technology is important, but really understanding&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=thejobtobedone" data-attribute-index="11">#thejobtobedone</a> for the user/stakeholder is even more important. Too often <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=zorginnovatie" data-attribute-index="12">#zorginnovatie</a> gets stuck in technology, legislation and financing and innovation is done from drawing boards, with too little involvement of the personas for whom we do it: the client/patient and the healthcare provider. But UT alumni understand this better than anyone: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=hightech" data-attribute-index="13">#HighTech</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=humantouch" data-attribute-index="14">#HumanTouch</a>. <br><br>It's great to talk to the UT community about the challenges in healthcare and the role of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=technologie" data-attribute-index="15">#technologie</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=innovatie" data-attribute-index="16">#innovatie</a> in solving current and future challenges. And with that, about the central, relevant position that the UT occupies in the healthcare domain. That position and the impact is already evident, but I was happy to challenge the entire UT community to do even more. The UT has everything in-house to make a difference: high-level (technical) <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=onderwijs" data-attribute-index="17">#onderwijs</a>, top <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=onderzoek" data-attribute-index="18">#onderzoek</a> (both technology and people/behaviour) and access to great <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=talent" data-attribute-index="19">#talent</a>.<br><br>I also got to meet some of that talent earlier in the day. Thank you <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sv-paradoks/" data-attribute-index="20" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY">S.V. Paradoks</a> (Technical Medicine / Biomedical Engineering) and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/studievereniging-stress/" data-attribute-index="22" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY">Study Association Stress</a> (Industrial Engineering) for the warm welcome and the good conversations. Your members are going to make a difference in the coming decades! <br><br>Thank <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAFiErwBBgCywGM4DMxkWhASF_x3bQDQaGU" data-attribute-index="24" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE">Alumnibureau Universiteit Twente</a> for the invitation. With certainty, see you next year!</p>

Thoroughly enjoyed the #alumnitalks2023 of the University of Twente

<p class="p1">Care coordination and triage is a complex process that involves managing patients journeys across different healthcare settings and systems. It is a critical aspect of healthcare delivery that ensures patients receive the right care at the right time from the right care giver via the right channel.</p>
<p class="p1">The approach today often involves a lot of manual processes that are time-consuming and prone to errors. Why do accept compromise in something we value so much like healthcare? We shouldn't!</p>
<p class="p1">With the advancements in Natural Language Processing (NLP), there is a massive opportunity to revolutionise care coordination &amp; triage through the use of AI powered recommendations based on the context of the conversation.</p>
<p class="p1">You&rsquo;ve all probably heard of ChatGPT by now and how it has been trained on massive amounts of data and generates human-like responses. ChatGPT can be integrated into the workflows of triagists<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp; </span>to improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency, here are some of the use cases:</p>
<h2 class="p1"><strong>AI-assisted triage</strong></h2>
<p class="p1">Triage is the process of determining the urgency and priority of patients' medical needs. We can leverage ChatGPT&rsquo;s NLP capabilities to analyse patient realtime transcription of calls and messages to identify the most critical issues and highlight them to the healthcare provider. This can help them prioritise patients and ensure they receive the necessary care as quickly as possible.</p>
<h2 class="p1"><strong>Streamlining care coordination</strong></h2>
<p class="p1">Using AI assistants we're able to automate certain tasks like note taking during meetings, recording and transcribing calls with patients allowing searching across voice conversations intuitively, and updating patient records; reducing the administrative burden on healthcare providers and ensure that patients receive timely care.</p>
<h2 class="p1"><strong>Providing next best action recommendations</strong></h2>
<p class="p1">Based on the context of the conversation, it can provide recommendations for the next best actions, for example, if a patient reports symptoms of a specific condition, it can recommend some appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment options, enabling healthcare providers to make a more informed decision and ensure that patients receive the best possible care.</p>
<h2 class="p1"><strong>Improving patient engagement</strong></h2>
<p class="p1">By providing patients with tailored advice like information on healthy lifestyle choices or recommend activities to help manage their chronic condition, it empowers them to control back and play a more active role in the improvement of their own condition.</p>
<h2 class="p2">Conclusion</h2>
<p>As healthcare delivery continues to evolve, healthcare providers look for ways to improve the quality of care, while at the same time increase its efficiency to allow for better scalability. As the population ages and the demand increases, the use of AI tools like ChatGPT is playing an increasingly critical role in the way we provide healthcare. It has the potential to dramatically improve the overall patient experience</p>
<p class="p1">However, it's important to note that AI should be used to augment the work of healthcare providers, not replace them entirely.</p>

Could AI really revolutionise care?

<p>We all know, with a growing elderly population and declining care capacity, healthcare professionals are under immense pressure. But still, we expect them to work with outdated technology and manual paperwork.</p>
<p>New, smart technology is needed to guarantee the quality, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare.</p>
<p>Great! But&hellip; how?</p>
<ol>
<li>To cope with all these challenges, hospitals and other care organisations alike introduced <strong>remote patient monitoring. </strong>
<p>But how can you handle all this new endless flow of vital signs from different solutions and constant flow of e-mails, calls, and chats, that makes this challenge even bigger?</p>
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<li>Some organisations started initiatives for <strong>regional and cross segment cooperation. </strong>
<p>But how with different systems that don&rsquo;t communicate with each other?</p>
</li>
<li>Other organisations are seeking more ways to <strong>reach out to the patient&rsquo;s care network</strong>.
<p>But how when data and communication channels are not available?</p>
</li>
</ol>
<p>It is now even more critical than ever, to support and elevate care coordination. Great! But&hellip; how?!</p>
<p>Syntilio supports remote care like never before, enabling</p>
<ol>
<li>Highly efficient Remote Patient Monitoring
<p>Context aware Case/Incident management and handling, receive, process and monitor incoming events, escalate to specialists, log actions, find more relevant information, dispatch formal or informal help, and notify loved ones all from one place.</p>
</li>
<li>Effective Regional cooperation
<p>Extensive integration with the major ECDs/EPDs, tele monitoring apps, and devices allowing for a seamless exchange of relevant medical data, instant follow-up hand-off to the respective care provider, and a closed feedback loop</p>
</li>
<li>Access to the full care network
<p>An abundant range of communication options, all 1 click away. Phone, SMS, WhatsApp, push notifications, sending data to external systems, enabling the most effective and efficient access to the patient's care network.&nbsp;</p>
</li>
</ol>
<p>We manage the data of both <strong>patients</strong> and devices, we take out all complexity and present only relevant data in a <strong>user friendly manner</strong>, using <strong>AI and intelligent algorithms to</strong> assist you in making the <strong>right decisions.</strong></p>
<p>Syntilio is the only solution providing a <strong>360 view of your patients,</strong> with the option to reach out to their <strong>full care network</strong>, through an abundant suite of <strong>follow-up and communication channels. B</strong>uilt with <strong>cooperation and integration</strong> in mind.</p>
<p>An open, reliable, and flexible solution that seamlessly integrates with your existing and future systems.</p>
<p>We are here to help <strong>you</strong> set up the revolutionary care coordination center for delivering the smart personalised care that your clients deserve.</p>

Why do we accept compromise in something we value so much… Healthcare?

<h2>Introduction to Remote Health Monitoring</h2>
<p>Remote health monitoring (RHM) is an innovative approach that empowers patients, healthcare professionals, and healthcare providers to harness the power of digital technology in managing and improving patient health. By leveraging advanced devices, software, and communication tools, RHM allows for the seamless exchange of crucial health information between patients and healthcare providers.</p>
<h2>The Significance of Remote Health Monitoring in Community Health</h2>
<h3>Improving Patient Outcomes</h3>
<p>RHM has proven instrumental in enhancing patient outcomes, thanks to its ability to provide continuous, real-time data. This data enables healthcare professionals to monitor patients' conditions, identify potential complications early, and provide timely interventions.</p>
<h3>Empowering Patients</h3>
<p>Remote health monitoring puts patients in the driver's seat, giving them greater control over their healthcare journey. By offering personalised care, RHM helps patients become more proactive in managing their conditions, fostering better adherence to treatment plans and promoting healthier lifestyles.</p>
<h3>Reducing Healthcare Costs</h3>
<p>By minimising hospital visits and enabling early interventions, RHM significantly reduces healthcare costs for both patients and providers. It also optimises resource utilisation, easing the burden on already strained healthcare systems.</p>
<h2>Key Components of a Successful Remote Health Monitoring Programme</h2>
<h3>Advanced Monitoring Devices</h3>
<p>State-of-the-art monitoring devices are the backbone of any RHM programme. These devices collect a wide range of health parameters, such as blood pressure, heart rate, blood glucose levels, and respiratory patterns, ensuring comprehensive health assessments.</p>
<h3>Seamless Connectivity</h3>
<p>Robust communication tools, such as mobile applications and secure cloud-based platforms, facilitate the smooth transmission of health data from monitoring devices to healthcare providers. This seamless connectivity ensures that vital health information is readily accessible to healthcare professionals when needed.</p>
<h3>Data Analysis and Decision Support Systems</h3>
<p>Sophisticated data analysis and decision support systems process and interpret the collected health data, providing valuable insights to healthcare providers. These insights enable healthcare professionals to make informed decisions and provide personalised care based on the patient's unique needs.</p>
<h3>Patient Education and Support</h3>
<p>Effective RHM programmes prioritise patient education and support, offering resources such as educational materials, training sessions, and dedicated support teams. These resources empower patients to take an active role in managing their health and using RHM technologies effectively.</p>
<h2>Challenges and Solutions in Implementing Remote Health Monitoring</h2>
<h3>Data Security and Privacy</h3>
<p>Ensuring the security and privacy of sensitive health information is a top concern in RHM implementation. To address this issue, healthcare organisations must adopt robust data encryption and secure access control mechanisms, in addition to complying with relevant data protection regulations.</p>
<h3>Reimbursement and Regulatory Frameworks</h3>
<p>Establishing comprehensive reimbursement and regulatory frameworks is necessary for the widespread adoption of RHM. Policymakers, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders must collaborate to develop supportive policies, establish standardised reimbursement models, and create a favourable environment for RHM innovation.</p>
<h3>Integration with Existing Healthcare Systems</h3>
<p>Seamless integration of RHM technologies with existing healthcare systems is crucial for the successful implementation of RHM programmes. Healthcare providers can overcome integration challenges by adopting interoperable solutions, fostering collaboration between stakeholders, and establishing clear implementation guidelines.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Centralised Care Coordination</h3>
<p>The success of RHM systems hinges upon the freedom of choice and the presence of a central hub for care coordination, which is capable of reaching the patient's entire care network. That's where Syntilio comes in, a cutting-edge platform, serves as your central hub, seamlessly integrating various components of the patient's healthcare ecosystem.</p>
<p>By fostering collaboration between patients, healthcare professionals, and service providers, Syntilio enables informed decision-making and tailored care. This streamlined approach to care coordination not only ensures the efficient delivery of services but also enhances patient satisfaction and outcomes.</p>
<p>Syntilio's commitment to providing an open, patient-centric care coordination solution we empower you the care professionals to chose the most suitable RHM devices or apps that best suits the needs of your patient and we make sure that it works well with existing systems creating a central hub for your care coordination that is made for the future.</p>
<h2>The Future of Remote Health Monitoring in Community Health</h2>
<p>As technology continues to evolve, RHM undoubtedly plays an increasingly important role in shaping the future of our health. The integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced analytics will further enhance it's capabilities, enabling even more personalised and proactive care.</p>
<p>In addition, the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and wearable devices will provide new opportunities for monitoring and managing health conditions in real-time. These advancements will not only improve patient outcomes but also contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery.</p>
<p>Moreover, the growing emphasis on value-based care and patient-centred approaches will drive the need for RHM solutions that empower patients and promote self-management. This shift in focus will likely lead to increased investment in RHM research and development, fostering innovation in the field.</p>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>Remote health monitoring is revolutionising ur communities health by creating a comprehensive and cost-effective solution for managing and improving patient health. By harnessing the power of advanced devices, software, and communication tools, RHM is transforming healthcare delivery, leading to better patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs, and a more sustainable healthcare system.</p>
<p>As technology continues to advance, the potential for RHM to further enhance community health is limitless. By embracing RHM technologies and working together to overcome implementation challenges, healthcare providers, policymakers, and patients can unlock the full potential of this groundbreaking approach to healthcare.</p>

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