Perspectives On Health And Tech

In this episode of Perspectives on Health and Tech, Oracle Health sits down with Dr. Petal S. Abdool, Geriatric Psychiatrist and Medical Director of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) Simulation Centre, to explore how virtual reality is transforming the way clinicians are trained to assess suicide risk and respond to opioid-related emergencies.   Together, we discuss why immersive simulation is emerging as a powerful tool in mental health education, how VR creates a safe space for clinicians to practice complex and emotionally charged conversations, and what early insights reveal about its impact on learner confidence and preparedness. The conversation also looks ahead to how technologies like VR, AI, and connected clinical systems may shape the future of training the next generation of mental health professionals.     -------------------------------------------------------------   Episode Transcript:  00;00;13;09 - 00;00;30;03 Intro Welcome to Perspectives on Health and Tech podcast. Brought

We stand at a transformative moment in healthcare. Artificial intelligence is moving from theory to practice, shaping the way we diagnose, treat, and engage with patients. While much of the AI conversation focuses on technology, today our focus is on the humans at the centre of care: the clinicians and their patients. This episode explores how AI can transform the NHS by driving efficiencies and productivity—core priorities in the NHS 10 Year Health Plan—while continuing to deliver personal, meaningful care. Key questions include: How can AI help enhance the clinical experience and enable clinicians to focus on what  matters most? What new opportunities arise for clinicians to help strengthen their connection with  patients as technology becomes central to healthcare delivery? How can AI continue to evolve so patients feel connected and empowered throughout  their health journey and in partnership with clinicians? Speakers Moderator: Tim James, Director and Clinician Executive, Oracle Health UK Panellists:

In this episode of Perspectives on Health and Tech, Oracle Health welcomes Shelagh Maloney, CEO of Digital Health Canada, for a forward-looking conversation about how Canada can build a more connected, equitable, and digitally empowered healthcare system. From advancing interoperability and clinician mobility to exploring the role of artificial intelligence in care delivery, Shelagh shares insights from Digital Health Canada's AI in Action initiative — including the "winning conditions" needed to deploy AI responsibly and inclusively. Together, we explore how technology, policy, and collaboration can unite care across provinces, empower citizens with access to their data, and help clinicians deliver smarter, more human-centered care from coast to coast to coast.   -------------------------------------------------   Episode Transcript: 00:00:00:00 - 00:00:44:03 Welcome to Perspectives on Health and Tech podcast, brought to you by Oracle Health. In this series, we have conversations on creating a seamless and

Leading organizations share how data-driven innovation transforms care delivery and patient outcomes. In this Oracle Health and Life Sciences Summit 2025 keynote, Alaa “AJ” Adel, Senior Vice President of Oracle Health International, joins distinguished leaders from West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust in the United Kingdom, Bajaj Group in India, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Saudi Arabia, and Western Health in Australia. Together, they reveal how hospitals and health systems are designing the future of care through artificial intelligence, advanced data strategies, and radically human-centered solutions built on Oracle technology. Hear real-world stories from West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, Bajaj Group, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, and Western Health as they share how Oracle Health is helping each organization reimagine hospital infrastructure, improve patient engagement, and drive operational excellence. Understand how this global perspective unlocks new,

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of two beta customers who are among the first to experience the Oracle Health EHR system and Clinical AI Agent’s in an ambulatory setting. They share their firsthand experiences while working with the design and testing of this cutting-edge technology. Joining the conversation is an Oracle Health clinical executive, Ashleigh George, who provides insights into the design, vision, and potential impact of this EHR solution on improving patient care. Together, they explore how this innovative system is reshaping the landscape of healthcare delivery and what it means for the future of ambulatory care. --------------------------------------- Episode Transcript: Welcome to Perspectives on Health and Tech Podcasts, brought to you by Oracle Health, where we dive deep into the world of innovation and transformation in health care. My name is Matt Patterson, your host and moderator for today's discussion. Today, we're thrilled to welcome three renowned expe

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), Oracle Health brings together leading voices in clinical care, behavioral health, and technology to explore how data-driven innovation can help prevent suicide and improve mental health outcomes. Join Oracle Health’s Danny Gladden, LCSW, MBA, Director, Behavioral Health and Social Care and Dr. Keita Franklin, a nationally recognized expert in suicide prevention, as they discuss how ethical, person-centered use of data can detect risk earlier, connect people to care faster, and support clinicians on the frontlines. From integrated screening tools like the PHQ-9 and C-SSRS to risk alerts, we’ll examine how technology, with quality care—when paired with compassion—can close critical gaps in behavioral health. This conversation is a call to action for health systems, providers, and technology partners to change the narrative on suicide, together. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out to your local helpline or call/text 988 in the U

While science and technology have driven remarkable breakthroughs, they’ve also created unintended barriers between clinical research and care. The complexity and cost of research limit trials to only the most well-resourced hospitals. As a result, just 3% of patients and providers participate, and doctors often lack access to or the ability to act on life-changing therapies at the point of care. Oracle is closing this gap—embedding clinical trials, evidence-based insights, and innovative therapies directly into electronic health records. The vision: every hospital research-ready, every patient encounter fueling discovery, and therapeutic innovation reaching patients where and when it matters most. Featuring: ·       Moderator: Raj Modi, Senior Director, Global Customer Centre of Excellence, Life Sciences, Oracle ·       Panelist: Maria Clark, Market Development Associate Greenphire-Suvoda, Patient Advocate for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation ·       Panelist: Christopher P. Boone, Ph. D., Group Vice Preside

Perspectives on Health and Tech  How CAMH is Advancing Mental Health Through Innovation and Social Justice Listen in for a timely conversation in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and National Nursing Week. In this episode, Dr. Gillian Strudwick from The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and Danny Gladden from Oracle Health discuss how mental health care is evolving, and how CAMH is advancing care through the dual lenses of technology and social justice. Learn how AI tools like Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent are easing clinician workloads, how CAMH is using data to drive impact, and why framing mental health as a social justice issue is key to helping the CAMH team deliver more equitable and compassionate care. Featuring: Dr. Gillian Strudwick, Chief Clinical Informatics Officer, The Centre for Addition and Mental Health Danny Gladden, LCSW, MBA, Director, Behavioral Health and Social Care, Oracle Health Listen as they discuss: o   The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) ba

In recent years, there’s been a significant rise of AI technology and hyper-scalers entering the healthcare market. Listen in as two experts from Oracle Health discuss improving healthcare delivery through the integration of these technologies, particularly focusing on the role of AI and comprehensive data platforms on value-based care. Learn about improving care coordination and delivery, the shift to scalable platforms, and incorporating AI and cloud technology to continuously evolve with the needs of healthcare systems. Featuring: Bharat Sutariya, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Health Officer, Oracle Health Scott Wiesner, Go-to-Market Strategy and Operations, Oracle Health Listen as they discuss: - Dr. Sutariya’s perspective on the current healthcare landscape (2:50) - AI in service of improving value-based care (4:15) o Growth of hyper-scalers in the healthcare industry and what is lacking with this technology specific to healthcare § The need for a comprehensive data platform that aggregates across

Discover the Value of AI in Healthcare Are you interested in using AI tools to drive operational efficiencies within your organization, but not sure where to start? Listen in as two industry experts from HIMSS and Oracle discuss how AI is helping to transform healthcare operations and how to consider implementing AI technology in a healthcare organization. Hear about how AI is being used in healthcare today, risk factors to consider before implementing AI tools, and how AI can be used to boost clinician satisfaction while helping to reduce operational waste. Featuring: Mary Ann Borer, Senior Copywriter, Strategic Marketing Services, HIMSS Matt Patterson, Executive Director of Oracle Health AI, Oracle Listen as they discuss: -        How AI is being used in healthcare IT today and the impact it is having on the industry (1:00) -        Key factors that are important to consider before implementing AI technology in healthcare systems (6:45) -        Clinical and healthcare business workflows that may be best

Generative AI is a known disruptor in healthcare today. Will this transformational technology be embraced by clinicians, patients, and healthcare organizations? Listen in as two experts from Accenture Healthcare and Oracle discuss the difference between traditional AI and GenAI, the opportunities that GenAI is presenting to the industry, and the need to lean in to utilize technology as an enabler and a change agent. Hear how care delivery can be reimagined with GenAI and how this technology has the potential to be applied to help reduce clinician burnout, augment the clinician-patient relationship, bridge workforce shortage gaps, reduce margin pressure, and more. -------------------------------------------------------- Episode Transcript 00:00:00:17 - 00:00:22:10 Michelle You're listening to Perspectives on Health and Tech, a podcast by Oracle with conversations about connecting people, data and technology to improve health for everyone. Hi, I'm Michelle Flemings. I'm the industry executive director for Healt

As society’s focus on mental health intensifies, technology stands at the forefront of this evolving narrative. Listen in as this group of experts examines technology’s paradoxical role in mental wellbeing: constant connectivity that reveals insights yet also increases burnout due to poor design, and social media, where overuse is linked to decreased mental health but provides a beacon of hope through innovation. Hear about the challenges and opportunities of using technology to enhance mental health, exploring how digital advancements can be harnessed for a healthier, more balanced future.    Featuring: Moderator: David Feinberg, M.D., Chairman, Oracle Health Danny Gladden, MBA, MSW, LCSW, Director, Behavioral Health and Social Care, Oracle Health Tracy Neal-Walden, Ph.D., Chief Clinical Officer, Cohen Veteran Network Michelle Patriquin, Ph.D., Director of Research, Associate Professor, Menninger  Listen as they discuss: The moment realized, that access to care needs to be fixed (0:40 What is happening f

Four women health care leaders discuss the value of connected health data, clinical studies at the point of care, neurodiversity considerations in data collection, and the importance of community care. This second episode on women’s health continues the conversation on how health systems need to change to eliminate barriers and address the needs of women patients to provide whole-person care.  Featuring: Moderator: Nasim Afsar M.D., MBA, chief health officer, Oracle Health Christy Dueck, Ph.D., global head of the Learning Health Network and Health System Activation, Oracle Health Esther Gathogo, M. Pharm., Ph.D., senior performance improvement leader, Oracle Health Sarah Matt, M.D., MBA, vice president, physician and healthcare technology executive, Oracle Health Listen as they discuss: Many women prioritize others’ care above their own needs. What are ways technology can partner with providers to ease this burden? (2:49) Clinical trials Patient engagement and automation When patients feel like they ar

In the last decade, a growing amount of research has increasingly exposed how a lack of funding for medical and pharmaceutical research around women’s bodies has put both patients and clinicians at a disadvantage for treating even common illnesses. With a lack of knowledge and awareness on women’s health, clinicians don’t have the data with which they need to practice, and patients don’t feel heard, some even experiencing bias at the bedside. How can AI and other technologies help address some of these challenges? Featuring: Moderator: Nasim Afsar M.D., MBA, chief health officer, Oracle Health Christy Dueck, Ph.D., global head of the Learning Health Network and Health System Activation, Oracle Health Esther Gathogo, M.Pharm., Ph.D., senior performance improvement leader, Oracle Health Sarah Matt, M.D., MBA, vice president, physician and healthcare technology executive, Oracle Health Listen as they discuss: The moment they realized, personally or professionally, there was a gap in women’s health care (2:47)

Summary It’s essential to prioritize cybersecurity, particularly for healthcare organizations that handle sensitive patient information. With so much at stake, it’s critical to recognize the importance of cybersecurity and take proactive measures to prevent potential breaches. In a recent discussion, two experts from Oracle emphasized the significance of areas such as ransomware resiliency, cyber-recovery, and other crucial aspects of cybersecurity.     Featuring Waleed Ahmed, Senior Manager, Cloud Engineering, Oracle  Esteban Rubens, Field Chief Technology Officer, Oracle Cloud     Hear Them Talk About:    What’s going on with cybersecurity in healthcare today (0:42)  What Oracle Health is doing to address the cybersecurity situation (1:17)  Areas of Focus  What is the threat intelligence in the platform? (1:27)  The need to continuously monitor and detect threats (1:50)  How to allow the business to continue and provide care in the event of an attack (2:35)  Ransomware resiliency and ran

Healthcare is ever evolving and new trends and tech capabilities are on the horizon for 2024 and beyond. What should healthcare organizations, clinicians, and patients be prepared for? How might healthcare delivery and operations be impacted? Listen in as two leaders from Oracle and Deloitte Consulting LLP dive in and share their perspectives from industry clouds and AI adoption to burnout, workforce shortages, rising costs, consumerism, and more.   Featuring:   Hashim Simjee, Principal, Global Oracle Healthcare Leader, Deloitte Consulting LLP Sarah Matt, M.D., MBA, Vice President of Oracle Health Product Strategy  Hear them talk about:  Healthcare organizations adopting industry clouds (1:30)  Utilizing AI to improve operations, support caregivers, and make diagnoses (4:32)  How AI adoption can help free clinicians’ time, improve clinician workflows, and decrease burnout (6:49)  A recent JAMA study comparing empathetic responses of physicians and chatbots and how AI, augmentation, and telemedicin

It’s no secret: healthcare systems are overburdened—could cloud capabilities really provide some of the needed reprieve? Could the right data presented at the right time reduce costs and improve operations, ease the administrative burden on clinicians and payers, and help improve the patient experience? Two experts discuss use cases on cloud-enabled intuitive assistance, streamlining and vetting data, how cloud-enabled technologies are benefiting the whole patient experience, and more. Featuring:   Michelle Flemmings, M.D., industry executive director, Healthcare North America Cloud Infrastructure  Sarah Matt, M.D., vice president of Oracle Health product strategy Hear them talk about:   •    What’s going on in the healthcare industry right now (0:24) •    Using cloud and other technologies to improve workplace experience and retain healthcare workers (1:15) •    Challenges and concerns when moving from rules-based applications and tools to more predictive forecasting and AI (2:54) •    Working with clients g

Mental health remains a significant area of concern in healthcare, especially after the pandemic. Universal screening tools, such as suicide risk assessment, have become a vital resource. One of the best ways to normalize mental health screening is by integrating it into your clinical electronic health record (EHR) workflow. However, with the influx in risk assessments, is your staff confident and prepared to handle the needs that arise? And does your organization have the infrastructure required to support those needs? While telehealth has alleviated part of the burden for providers, it has also exposed many ways technology can create barriers to care, especially for communities who are already at a disproportionate risk for suicide and addiction. So, how can we better coordinate care across the illness-wellness continuum? Join Danny Gladden and Dr. Sarah Matt as they discuss the progress and opportunities to support mental health and improve suicide prevention. Guests: Danny Gladden, director of behavioral

As part of the No Surprises Act, healthcare systems must now provide comprehensive good-faith estimates for the cost of care—both from their own organization (relatively easy) and from outside providers (much harder). Listen to industry leaders Seth Katz, University Health, and Josh Mast, Oracle Health, discuss with Jodi Busch, Oracle Health, the impacts of good-faith estimates on health organizations and how to use this phase as an opportunity to streamline workflows and better prepare your teams for the next iteration of the No Surprises Act. Featuring  Seth Katz, Vice President of HIM and Revenue Cycle, Finance, University Health   Josh Mast, Director and Product Regulatory Strategist, Oracle Health   Jodi Busch, Senior Director of Financial Alignment Organization, Oracle Health   Hear them discuss:  An overview of this year’s iteration of the No Surprises Act (1:16)  How have these changes impacted safety net hospitals/organizations? (3:36)  How are schedulers at hospitals/organi

In the US, big leaps have been made toward industry-wide interoperability in recent years. From establishing a standard set of health data that must be exchanged, to broadening the scope of the ban on information blocking—recent regulations have driven positive advancements to simplify health data sharing across vendors and venues of care.   On top of all that, the Office of the National Coordinator and The Sequoia Project, the Recognized Coordinating Entity for the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA) established under the 21st Century Cures Act, announced the first applications accepted for Qualified Health Information Networks (QHINs) under the TEFCA. That short list included CommonWell Health Alliance, of which Cerner,  now Oracle Health, was a founding member nearly a decade ago.  This is a leap forward in achieving our vision for interoperability. Our shared goal with CommonWell joining TEFCA is to build a nationwide health information exchange,  leveraging a collaborative trade or