Healthcare Human Factors’ Post

As a physician, I’ve witnessed Canadians struggle to access healthcare firsthand, often delaying treatment for issues until they become urgent and/or untreatable. In 2015, we launched Maple with the belief that technology could play a key role in alleviating some of these pressures. While technology has indeed advanced access to care, critical gaps in our system remain, and the urgency for change grows ever greater. None of this is a surprise to any Canadian who has opened a newspaper in the past decade. It’s no secret that Canada has a healthcare access problem. But what hasn't been explored is the "so what". What is this actually doing to Canadians’ health and well-being? What does our lack of healthcare access do to the long-term sustainability of our healthcare system? Today, Maple has released a report that examines the barriers Canadians face in being proactive about their health, exploring the impact this has on them and on Canada as a whole. Spoiler alert - the impact is real and frightening, in terms of avoidable illness and death, and in terms of billions of dollars in avoidable health spending. I’ve linked the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dVpSU8h8

This week we celebrated Digital Health Week! Did you know that 4 in 5 Canadians agree their health information should be electronically shared among all healthcare practitioners? We work everyday to help to make this a reality. #ThinkDigitalHealth #DigitalHealthWeek2024 #DigitalHealthWeek Canada Health Infoway

🚨 Regulatory Update 🚨 The Government of Canada introduces the Connected Care for Canadians Act | This Act is about enabling Canadians to securely access their own health data, which will empower patient's decision-making and improve the care they receive from health providers in Canada. This Act outlines Canada's plan to enable a modern, connected care system, in which health information can be securely accessed by patients and shared between providers, when needed.

Several areas need improvement in the Nigerian health system. Universal health coverage requires that everyone should get access to essential health services. These essential health services must be of high quality. Still, there are many challenges to delivering quality services as described in this Policy Brief. One important aspect, often missing in addressing quality issues are specific, measurable ways of determining levels of quality and identifying what it takes to remedy quality gaps. Pharmaccess' Safecare initiative aims to provide such a tool. In this Policy Brief, we analyse the Safecare program from its experience supporting quality management and improvement over the past decade. The lessons we identified are helpful for the government in its ongoing healthcare reforms, of which quality is a key pillar, but also for all including private healthcare businesses) for whom quality healthcare is a key concern. Download policy brief here > https://lnkd.in/d-gfXsQ7 #SafeCare #HealthSector #UHC #UniversalHealthCoverage

Finally, we have The Connected Care for Canadians Act. This could be a game-changer for healthcare. Empowering Patients: You'll have secure access to your own health data, allowing you to make more informed decisions about your well-being. Improved Collaboration: Secure information sharing between providers creates a more holistic view of your health, leading to better quality care and coordination. Modernized Healthcare: This Act is a big step towards a connected healthcare system in Canada. I'm optimistic about the impact on both patients and healthcare professionals. #DigitalHealth #ConnectedCare #Canada #Healthcare #PatientEmpowerment

EHRs (Electronic Health Records) are getting better in Canada. Our journey towards secure and seamless electronic health information access just got easier with the unveiling of the Shared Pan-Canadian Interoperability Roadmap. By making patient data accessible to healthcare providers across the country, this initiative aims to improve healthcare outcomes. Less than 40% of Canadians access their health information online, so there's a lot of potential. Doctors will be able to share patient information and provide better, more informed care with the roadmap. Blocksure-Virtual Health Records is proud to be a part of this transformation. You're health data is in a safe, secure place with our platform, supporting seamless and protected healthcare. Stay tuned for more updates on how this will change healthcare in Canada! #EHR #HealthcareInnovation #Canada #DigitalHealth #Interoperability #BlocksureVHR

🌟 Navigating Healthcare Challenges for your Employees 🌟 As many of us in Ontario know, accessing timely healthcare can be a significant challenge. Long wait times, limited availability of specialists, and the sheer demand for services often leave Canadians feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these issues, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions in our healthcare system. With an increasing population and growing demand, it's crucial we explore alternative methods to improve access to care. Fortunately, the rise of virtual healthcare services is making a difference. Companies like Talk to a Doctor and Maple are leading the way by offering free virtual consultations. These platforms allow patients to connect with healthcare professionals from the comfort of their homes, ensuring that care is more accessible and timely. 💡 It's essential that we continue to advocate for improvements in our healthcare system and embrace the technological advancements that can help bridge the gaps. Let's support initiatives that prioritize the well-being of all Canadians! #HealthcareAccess #GTA #VirtualCare #InnovationInHealthcare #SupportLocalHealth #healthandsafety 🔗 Talk to a Doctor 🔗 Maple Feel free to share your experiences and thoughts on how we can work together to improve access to healthcare in our communities!

A Deeper Dive into Healthcare Quality in the GCC I've been spending hundreds of hours into the world of healthcare quality, particularly focusing on the perspective of patients in GCC countries. The article "Healthcare Quality from the Perspective of Patients in Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: A Systematic Literature Review" is a must-read for all healthcare policymakers. This article is very valuable because it represents the patients points of view! Key takeaways: Patient-Centered Care: The importance of aligning healthcare services with patient needs and preferences. Communication: Effective communication between healthcare providers and patients is crucial. Access and Equity: Addressing disparities in access to quality healthcare, especially in rural areas. Emergency Care: Improving emergency care access and response times. Let's work together to improve healthcare quality and patient outcomes in the GCC region. #healthcare #healthcarequality #patientcare #GCC #healthcaremanagement #EMS #Communication

"The Missing Piece: How Emotional Intelligence Can Transform Healthcare in Pakistan?" Here is the 1st part of the webcast. Mr. Pervaiz Bashir, a prominent figure in healthcare leadership and Member of the Central Executive Committee at Pakistan Health Parliament, sheds light on the crucial topic of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in healthcare workers of Pakistan. Exploring how EQ impacts patient experiences and treatment outcomes, Mr. Pervaiz spoke about challenges faced by healthcare professionals and discussed actionable steps to enhance EQ for better patient care. Let's continue the dialogue and work towards fostering a more empathetic and effective healthcare system in Pakistan! #PakistanHealthParliament #Healthcare #EmotionalIntelligence #PatientCare #Webcast #PakistanHealthcare #PervaizBashir

Sharing my latest blogpost - Analysis of Public Healthcare Expenditure – A Case of Indian States Brief - Data analysis suggests that those States of Indian Union, which are having high Per Capita Net State Domestic Product (PC-NSDP) are having higher Public Healthcare Expenditure (PHE). And, those States with higher PHE are putting greater efforts to provide public healthcare services beyond the community and primary healthcare (that is at secondary and tertiary levels of healthcare services). Link - https://lnkd.in/dc7-AkhP #Health #Policy #DataDrivenDecision #PublicPolicy #Visualization #PublicHealth