Boston Children’s CIO discusses digital health, innovation and collaboration

During the last decade or so, health care has been rapidly transforming from a reactive, paper-based system to a responsive digital model.

Massachusetts, under Gov. Charlie Baker’s leadership, has launched a comprehensive public-private partnership to accelerate the state’s digital health care sector. The partnership has identified multiple ways to drive investment and growth in the state.

Technology transfer from universities to private companies is just one example. In the past, each transfer required completely new agreements. Three new standardized templates for licensing, technology transfer and sponsored research will help facilitate these processes. In 2016, the partnership will expand its Mentorship Speakers Series with a stronger focus on digital health care. Finally, the Digital Healthcare Innovation Hub and Accelerator will provide a space to support and grow new digital health companies in Boston.

Vector visited with John Brownstein, PhD, Boston Children’s Hospital’s Chief Innovation Officer, to better understand the background and potential impact of this new initiative.

How do you see the state of digital health today?

Digital health is experiencing tremendous growth in the U.S. The Massachusetts medical, research and biotech clusters make this state the perfect place to launch new digital health products and ventures. The state has a high electronic health record penetration rate and a strong state-sponsored health information exchange to facilitate secure communication among providers, payers and other health care organizations.

The result is a significant opportunity to create jobs, attract investment and improve health care delivery.

Read the full post on Vector: Digital health, innovation and partnerships: A Q&A with Boston Children’s Chief Innovation Officer

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