Digital Health in Canada

When data saves lives, cybersecurity doesn’t only protect systems. It protects patients. In this episode, we explore a remarkable international collaboration to advance cybersecurity in digital health, and learn how health professionals can empower themselves to stay cyber-safe. Digital Health in Canada goes international as we speak to two co-chairs of the Global Digital Health Partnership’s cybersecurity work stream! Guests: Mikki Smith, Chief Information Security Officer, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology Fuller Yu, Chief of IT Operations and Cybersecurity, Hong Kong Hospital Authority Learn More: Global Digital Health Partnership - Cyber Security Work Stream Proposed Global Digital Health Model Security Notice Guidance for Medical Device Cybersecurity Cyber Security Awareness Month 2024 Music:  RetroFuture Clean and Breakdown, by Kevin MacLeod. Used under Creative Commons. Episode Summmary: 00:00 Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity Concerns 01:38 Mikki Smith's Journey in Cybersecurity 06:41 Fuller Yu's Experience and Insights 09:20 Health Care as a Prime Target for Cyber Attacks 15:51 Global Collaborations in Cybersecurity 26:08 Human Factors in Cybersecurity 32:03 Future Trends and Preparedness 37:39 Empowering Professionals and Final Thoughts

There are many ways to think about health; it’s multi-faceted, multi-sectoral, and influenced by the social determinants of health. So, what does it look like to care for the whole person, and what are different ways to be well? Today, we speak with two leaders to explore how these factors shape health and wellness – as individuals and communities. Guests:  Dr. Andrew Boozary, Executive Director, Gattuso Centre for Social Medicine, University Health Network Pam Nolan, Executive Director, First Nations Digital Health Ontario Learn More: Gattuso Centre for Social Medicine - UHN Social Medicine Housing Program First Nations Digital Health Ontario (FNDHO) Indigenous Digital Health Ecosystem  Music:  RetroFuture Clean and Breakdown, by Kevin MacLeod. Used under Creative Commons. Episode Summmary: 00:00 Introduction to Digital Health in Canada 00:54 Introducing the Guests: Pam Nolan and Dr. Andrew Boozary 01:37 Pam Nolan's Journey in Digital Health 04:55 Dr. Andrew Boozary's Path and Social Medicine 07:35 Housing Initiatives and Health Outcomes 14:47 Understanding Community Needs and Digital Integration 19:15 Social Medicine and Policy Decisions 21:38 The Role of Hospitals in Social Medicine 32:31 The Power of Data and Partnerships 41:10 Closing Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Is now the most challenging time for health care leaders? Across our health systems, leaders are navigating increased complexity, demands, and opportunities. In this episode, we learn from two leaders about their leadership philosophies, their journeys, and how they and their organizations are rising to the challenge. Guests:  Tracey MacArthur, President and CEO, Hamilton Health Sciences Dr. Victoria Lee, President and CEO, Fraser Health Learn More: Hamilton Health Sciences Fraser Health Music:  RetroFuture Clean and Breakdown, by Kevin MacLeod. Used under Creative Commons. Episode Summary: 00:00 Introduction to Digital Health in Canada 00:09 Meet the Hosts and Guests 01:03 Leadership Journeys and Philosophies 04:11 Attributes of Effective Leadership 06:28 Navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic 17:08 Changing Expectations of Leaders 23:26 The Transformational Potential of Digital Health 36:11 Advice for Aspiring Leaders 39:50 Hosts' Debrief

Patient partnership and patient leadership are core to health system transformation. We explore strategies and models for meaningful collaborations with patients, the impacts of patient leadership, and the journeys of two remarkable leaders in this space. Guests:   Adrienne Zarem, patient partner, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Accreditation Canada, Healthcare Excellence Canada Alies Maybee, patient partner, co-founder, Patient Advisors Network (PAN) Learn More: Patient Advisors Network (PAN) EMPaCT at Women's College Hospital Essential Together - Healthcare Excellence Canada Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Music: RetroFuture Clean and Breakdown, by Kevin MacLeod. Used under Creative Commons. 00:00 Introduction to Digital Health in Canada 01:03 Meet Alies Maybee: A Lifelong Journey in Healthcare 03:39 Meet Adrienne Zarem: From Chiropractor to Caregiver Partner 05:40 Exploring Different Models of Patient Partnership 07:10 Capacity Building and Relationship Building in Healthcare 08:11 Canada as a Global Leader in Patient Engagement 11:59 Advocacy vs. Partnership: Different Approaches to System Change 13:19 Examples of Successful Patient Partnership Initiatives 25:55 Advice for Aspiring Patient Partners 33:31 Towards the Future of Patient Engagement 37:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts