Medical Economics September 16, 2021
Samant Virk, MD

We are on the precipice of a data tidal wave in healthcare. Exciting because it can transform lives. Concerning because our healthcare system is not built to deliver this promise.

We are on the precipice of a data tidal wave in healthcare. Exciting because it can transform lives. Concerning because our healthcare system is not built to deliver this promise. We are funneling data into an abyss of fragmented medical care. We will be left with fragmented data, hidden behind account logins of thousands of devices and healthcare organization accounts. Already today, patients and providers struggle to access lab work, imaging, medication, and a variety of tests and patient information. The struggle increases exponentially as our sources of data grow....

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Topics: Big Data, Health IT, Healthcare System, Patient / Consumer, Provider, Technology
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