The Global Digital Health Summit 2024 commenced today at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, focusing on how AI and digital transformation are reshaping healthcare.
The summit's theme, "Digital Health at Scale: Success Stories," features discussions on AI in healthcare, digital hospital transformations, and managing chronic diseases.
Dr. Rajendra Pratap Gupta, Chairman of the summit, emphasized the need for a shift towards digital health, stating, "We need to make the move from healthcare to health and promise digital health for all." He noted that healthcare is evolving from episodic to holistic care.
Nobel Laureate Prof. Muhammad Yunus underscored technology's potential to enhance accessibility, asserting, "Health is not a privilege; it is a fundamental right." He advocated for merging technology with broader efforts to ensure equitable care.
Ann Mond Johnson, CEO of the American Telemedicine Association, highlighted shared challenges in healthcare between India and the U.S., including resource distribution and clinician shortages. She stated that digital health can help reduce disparities.
Concerns about trust and privacy in digital health were also addressed, with calls for responsible use of AI to benefit patients and healthcare systems.
The summit features a diverse lineup of speakers and an Expo showcasing innovative digital health solutions. It will culminate in the Global Digital Health Innovation Awards, recognizing achievements in the sector.
This annual summit fosters collaboration among clinicians, healthcare providers, tech companies, and policymakers, addressing the future of AI in healthcare and strategies for overcoming adoption barriers.