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A little snippet of our event with HealthCare Dialogues, where our founder Stephane Monsallier talks us through the common misconceptions of Generative AI. The main thing to remember is that Generative AI is NOT a search engine, it does not have the capability to access new information instantly. Click the link to learn about more things related to AI: https://lnkd.in/gdHacJYM

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MedTech Startup Podcast: Anita Watkins, Managing Director at Rex Health Ventures, and Giovanni Lauricella, Managing Partner of Lifeblood, sat down in Malta to discuss how hospital venture arms play a crucial role within innovation and are a unique investor option for MedTech Startups! Register for MedTech Malta '24 https://med-tech.world/ In this episode of the MedTech Startup Podcast, we are in Malta with Anita Watkins, Managing Director of Rex Health Ventures. Anita shares insights into how healthcare systems invest in medtech companies, offering strategic advice and financial support. We explore topics like investment strategies, the role of physicians in decision-making, the importance of clinical data, and the balance between risk and reward in investing. Learn how entrepreneurs can benefit from partnering with hospital venture arms and what it takes for MedTech Startups to get noticed by investors. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of healthcare system venture investing! 00:00 Introduction to MedTech Investment 01:46 Meet Anita Watkins: Background and Journey 03:24 The Genesis of Rex Health Ventures 04:48 Investment Strategies and Advice for Entrepreneurs 08:35 The Role of Hospital Venture Arms 13:43 Navigating the Investment Process 30:33 The Importance of Clinical Data and Early Champions 35:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hope ya'll enjoy what Anita Watkins has to say, and take notes on how hospital venture arms are a special investor profile for MedTech innovation! With love for shaking MedTech insights loose from good humans and sharing them with the community, Mister MedTech of Lifeblood P.S. Come on ya'll...like and subscribe to the MedTech Startup YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/e6Quni7z ...

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MedTech Startup Podcast: Anita Watkins, Managing Director at Rex Health Ventures, and Giovanni Lauricella, Managing Partner of Lifeblood, sat down in Malta to discuss how hospital venture arms play a crucial role within innovation and are a unique investor option for MedTech Startups! Register for MedTech Malta '24 https://med-tech.world/ In this episode of the MedTech Startup Podcast, we are in Malta with Anita Watkins, Managing Director of Rex Health Ventures. Anita shares insights into how healthcare systems invest in medtech companies, offering strategic advice and financial support. We explore topics like investment strategies, the role of physicians in decision-making, the importance of clinical data, and the balance between risk and reward in investing. Learn how entrepreneurs can benefit from partnering with hospital venture arms and what it takes for MedTech Startups to get noticed by investors. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of healthcare system venture investing! 00:00 Introduction to MedTech Investment 01:46 Meet Anita Watkins: Background and Journey 03:24 The Genesis of Rex Health Ventures 04:48 Investment Strategies and Advice for Entrepreneurs 08:35 The Role of Hospital Venture Arms 13:43 Navigating the Investment Process 30:33 The Importance of Clinical Data and Early Champions 35:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hope ya'll enjoy what Anita Watkins has to say, and take notes on how hospital venture arms are a special investor profile for MedTech innovation! With love for shaking MedTech insights loose from good humans and sharing them with the community, Mister MedTech of Lifeblood P.S. Come on ya'll...like and subscribe to the MedTech Startup YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/e6Quni7z ...

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MedTech Startup Podcast: Anita Watkins, Managing Director at Rex Health Ventures, and Giovanni Lauricella, Managing Partner of Lifeblood, sat down in Malta to discuss how hospital venture arms play a crucial role within innovation and are a unique investor option for MedTech Startups! Register for MedTech Malta '24 https://med-tech.world/ In this episode of the MedTech Startup Podcast, we are in Malta with Anita Watkins, Managing Director of Rex Health Ventures. Anita shares insights into how healthcare systems invest in medtech companies, offering strategic advice and financial support. We explore topics like investment strategies, the role of physicians in decision-making, the importance of clinical data, and the balance between risk and reward in investing. Learn how entrepreneurs can benefit from partnering with hospital venture arms and what it takes for MedTech Startups to get noticed by investors. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of healthcare system venture investing! 00:00 Introduction to MedTech Investment 01:46 Meet Anita Watkins: Background and Journey 03:24 The Genesis of Rex Health Ventures 04:48 Investment Strategies and Advice for Entrepreneurs 08:35 The Role of Hospital Venture Arms 13:43 Navigating the Investment Process 30:33 The Importance of Clinical Data and Early Champions 35:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hope ya'll enjoy what Anita Watkins has to say, and take notes on how hospital venture arms are a special investor profile for MedTech innovation! With love for shaking MedTech insights loose from good humans and sharing them with the community, Mister MedTech of Lifeblood P.S. Come on ya'll...like and subscribe to the MedTech Startup YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/e6Quni7z ...

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MedTech Startup Podcast: Anita Watkins, Managing Director at Rex Health Ventures, and Giovanni Lauricella, Managing Partner of Lifeblood, sat down in Malta to discuss how hospital venture arms play a crucial role within innovation and are a unique investor option for MedTech Startups! Register for MedTech Malta '24 https://med-tech.world/ In this episode of the MedTech Startup Podcast, we are in Malta with Anita Watkins, Managing Director of Rex Health Ventures. Anita shares insights into how healthcare systems invest in medtech companies, offering strategic advice and financial support. We explore topics like investment strategies, the role of physicians in decision-making, the importance of clinical data, and the balance between risk and reward in investing. Learn how entrepreneurs can benefit from partnering with hospital venture arms and what it takes for MedTech Startups to get noticed by investors. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of healthcare system venture investing! 00:00 Introduction to MedTech Investment 01:46 Meet Anita Watkins: Background and Journey 03:24 The Genesis of Rex Health Ventures 04:48 Investment Strategies and Advice for Entrepreneurs 08:35 The Role of Hospital Venture Arms 13:43 Navigating the Investment Process 30:33 The Importance of Clinical Data and Early Champions 35:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hope ya'll enjoy what Anita Watkins has to say, and take notes on how hospital venture arms are a special investor profile for MedTech innovation! With love for shaking MedTech insights loose from good humans and sharing them with the community, Mister MedTech of Lifeblood P.S. Come on ya'll...like and subscribe to the MedTech Startup YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/e6Quni7z ...

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Interested in collaborating with startups and innovators in the #DigitalHealth space? Explore #HelpRequests from SurgiQ, Mymemo and TENAWO Digital Health (e-Pharmacy and Tel-Medicine ) on R2GConnect.com: 💥 SurgiQ SurgiQ delivers an #AI-based software platform supporting #private and #public #hospitals with resource optimization and scheduling automation. The team is looking for connections with #hospitals, either directly or through integration partners, outside Italy, who are interested in adding #AI-based, automatic planning to their offerings. #Investment proposals in equity or quasi-equity can be considered. Can you introduce them to relevant stakeholders? 📌 To learn more and offer your support: https://bit.ly/3Y8ZKTW 💥 RGF Diagnostics Mymemo is the world’s first automatic modular #Pill #dispenser and is nearing its #EU #Commercial launch. The team is seeking investors to raise US$550k for 10% of the company. Can you connect them with relevant stakeholders? 📌 To learn more and offer your help: https://lnkd.in/dc7dHDxm 💥 TENAWO Digital Health (e-Pharmacy and Tel-Medicine ) TENAWO Digital Health is a pioneering #ePharmacy and #Telemedicine company founded in 2021, aiming to transforming healthcare access in Ethiopia and Africa. The team is looking for strategic partners and investors passionate about advancing digital health solutions with a proven track record of supporting innovative healthcare startups. Could you help connect them with the right stakeholders? 📌 To learn more and offer your help: https://lnkd.in/dFm7yj8U Happy Matching! 👀 Startups and scale-ups, where do you need help? Join R2GConnect for free and publish your help request. If you are curious to check the platform, please contact Linh Vo, Startups Partnership Manager, for a demo: https://bit.ly/4bNUhWT #globalhealth #healthcare #digitalhealth #innovationmanagement #partnershipecosystem #digitalhealthpartners

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🌐 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲: 𝗔 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 🏥💻 The COVID-19 pandemic has catapulted telemedicine into the global spotlight, revolutionizing the way we access healthcare services. 🚀🔬 In Europe, the integration of telemedicine into traditional healthcare systems has emerged as a promising solution to address various challenges faced by patients and healthcare providers alike. 🌍✨ With the power of technology, telemedicine offers a lifeline to those who struggle with geographical barriers, limited mobility, or even long waiting times. 🏞️🚗 By facilitating remote consultations, telemedicine not only enhances access to healthcare services but also improves the efficiency of medical professionals. 📲💙 Imagine a world where patients can connect with doctors from the comfort of their own homes, avoiding unnecessary travel, and reducing the burden on physical healthcare facilities. 🏡🌈 Moreover, the incorporation of telemedicine can alleviate the strain on healthcare systems, making it easier to manage emergencies, chronic conditions, and routine check-ups. 🩺⚕️ As we navigate the challenges brought on by the pandemic, it's clear that telemedicine is here to stay. It has proven its value in delivering quality healthcare remotely, ensuring that no one is left behind on their journey towards wellness. 🌟👥 Let's embrace the power of telemedicine and revolutionize healthcare together. 💪🌐 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gz6xrbUg #Telemedicine #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #AccessibleCare #FutureOfHealthcare #COVID19Response #EuropeanHealthcare #HealthcareRevolution #TechnologyInMedicine #HealthcareAccessibility #EfficiencyInHealthcare #COVID19Impact #TransformingHealthcare

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The creator of the HIMSS white paper "Digital Health: A Framework for Healthcare Transformation" will present an engaging session on how digital health transformation can revolutionize patient care, enhance outcomes, and achieve sustainability in healthcare systems; Revolutionizing Care: The Power of Digital Health Transformation and Policy, Privacy, and People: Pillars of Digital Health Success Topics include: ​-Digital Transformation Framework: Enhancing digital health system progress and strategy to meaningfully engage and connect with populations, while strengthening system performance and sustainability. -Policy, Privacy, and People: Essential governance frameworks for data privacy and security in digital health. -Workforce Development: The importance of a well-trained workforce in implementing digital health programs. Regulation and Policy: Shaping the future of digital healthcare through effective policies. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the pillars of digital health success! #DigitalHealth #HealthcareTransformation #PatientCenteredCare #HealthTech #HIMSSPR

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In this simple but thought-provoking article, I shed light on my innovative LedgerMed project, a visionary platform aimed at reshaping and improving the current healthcare landscape by integrating cutting-edge technologies like Blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and the Internet of Things. LedgerMed addresses critical inefficiencies in healthcare by unifying fragmented digital health solutions and individual projects into a cohesive, mostly blockchain-based ecosystem. This approach not only enhances the accuracy and accessibility of medical data but also significantly improves patient care by ensuring seamless communication among various healthcare providers. Familiarise yourselves with the concept as I explore how LedgerMed is setting the stage for a smarter, more connected, better-distributed, more accessible, more efficient, and therefore sustainable healthcare system. The system that promises to transform patient outcomes and improve medical service delivery across the board. Have a good read. Warm regards, Jacek #Spektrumlab.io #MedTech #Korneluk #Perth #WesternAustralia https://lnkd.in/gYxqweFJ

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🌟 What Our Patients Are Saying 🌟 Through analyzing 5,000+ Google reviews, we uncovered the words that our patients use to describe their experiences with our service. Their feedback shows us what truly matters: 💡 #Accessible Words like #easy_booking and #easy_communication highlight how important it is for a healthcare service to overcome complexities and make care seamless. ⚡ #Efficient Patients frequently mention #prompt_service and #effective_treatment, emphasizing the value of care that respects their time and delivers results without delay. 💸 #Cost_Effective When patients talk about healthcare being #free, it reflects the importance of building a system on a public foundation, ensuring #everyone has access. Their words remind us that #inclusivity in primary care is a right, not a privilege. 🌟 #Trustworthy & Innovative Terms like trustworthy and #innovative reflect the confidence our patients have in us and the value they see in modern, patient-centered solutions. These are your words, your voices, and your experiences. Thank you for helping us shape a healthcare service that’s truly for everyone. Together, we’re building something remarkable. ❤️ #PatientVoices #AccessibleCare #HealthCareMatters

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𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞: 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Attention health enthusiasts! NLC Health Ventures and our early-stage health ventures will be at HLTH Europe. This is your chance to get a firsthand look at the innovations shaping the future of healthcare. Find us at the NLC Pavilion where you can meet the teams behind some of the most promising health ventures today. Meet, for example, the teams behind: Amotio - Easier joint implant revision surgery through 3D technology. Pasithea - Innovative non-invasive device offers hope for effective sleep apnea treatment. POROUS - Assessing cortical bone health with ultrasound. Ecomedic AI - Enabling a 'net zero' emission in the health sector. Haermonics - Fewer complications after open-heart surgery. Scinvivo B.V. - Optical biopsy for bladder cancer diagnosis. HEMEO - Blood clotting management in critical care. And many more NLC ventures are present at the NLC Pavilion! 👥Whether you are an investor, healthcare professional, or a tech enthusiast, our pavilion is the place to explore how these ventures are paving the way for new solutions in the health sector. Interested in learning more about our ventures? Book meetings with the teams behind our ventures via the link in the comments below or visit us at HLTH Europe! See you there! #NLC #NLCatHLTH  #hlth #hltheurope #healthcare

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Not Losing A Historic Opportunity As a startup, we always strive to see the big picture of where the opportunities and challenges are in digital health innovation. Germany’s framework, especially with DiGAs is a foundational strategy being looked at and built upon in many jurisdictions. However, we can also learn from others and their assessments about DiGAs. The recent 6th PRAEVENIRE Digital Health Symposium in Vienna, Austria, brought together experts from healthcare, politics, and business to discuss digital health trends and their potential to improve patient care. Although the discussion focused on initiatives and challenges related to digital transformation in Austria's healthcare system, we can see that in Austria, #DiGAs are considered an important pillar. Here are some highlights and key takeaways from the symposium: ➡ Patient-Centric Approach to Digitalization: Speakers emphasized the need for a patient-centric approach throughout the digital transformation process. Speakers stressed the need for a human-centered design approach that prioritizes user needs and evaluates the actual benefits of digital tools in real-world settings. ➡ Expanding Primary Care and Telemedicine: Leaders emphasized the need to strengthen primary care as a key step in improving healthcare efficiency and patient access. Naghme Kamaleyan-Schmied, Vice President of the Vienna Medical Association, stressed the importance of establishing primary care units (PVUs) and expanding telemedicine solutions to meet patients' needs and enhance healthcare accessibility. ➡ Overcoming Data Silos: Silvio Frey from Detecon Switzerland discussed the challenges of transforming data into usable insights. He noted that organizational structures, rather than technology, often present the biggest hurdles to data integration and utilization. ➡ Digital Health Applications (DiGAs): Learning from Germany: Christian Bredl from the Techniker Krankenkasse (TK) in Bavaria shared insights from Germany's experience with DiGAs, digital health applications covered by statutory health insurance. Bredl acknowledged the progress made in Germany while suggesting areas for improvement. He recommended establishing mechanisms for price regulation, refining the DiGA trial phase, addressing evidence gaps, and conducting post-market entry studies. ➡ The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Jörg Debatin, a healthcare entrepreneur, emphasized the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. He urged stakeholders to embrace AI solutions, arguing that excessive regulatory precautions could hinder innovation and cede market share to countries with less stringent regulations. Looking at the discussion in Vienna, it becomes clear that Germany is playing a leading role in digital health innovation. Now we must ensure we continue to deeply engage and find solutions to challenges so we do not lose this historic opportunity. https://lnkd.in/dn5REN_K #germany #DiGA #perfood

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As a healthcare startup founder, you’re always in the spotlight, with stakeholders expecting excellence at every turn. But with countless daily demands, it’s easy to lose touch with the commercial and clinical landscape that you once understood so well when you crafted your first investor presentation. Since then, how much has changed? When was the last time you revisited the R&D assets being developed in your field? How often do you connect with end users to gauge their evolving perceptions? and when did you last speak with gatekeepers to uncover any new barriers to your solution’s adoption? Next time you raise capital, will you be able to confidently showcase the quality and relevance of your solution in light of these changes? Taking the time to gather fresh insights and understand your shifting landscape can be invaluable. If your schedule doesn’t allow for this, consider giving us a call. hashtag #TheHealthcareStage can help you highlight the intelligent effort behind your solution, building trust and demonstrating that you’re in tune with today’s needs and tomorrow’s expectations. #HealthcareInnovation #StartupLife #MedTech #Biotech #DigitalHealth #HealthcareStrategy #ClinicalInsights #RaisingCapital #InvestorPitch #BusinessGrowth

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