Data-driven technology has revolutionized the healthcare system in both the field of medicine and medical professionals. This revolution has led to a predictive, preventive, accessible, and affordable healthcare ecosystem.
Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty (Founder and Chairman, Narayana Health) argued the role of technology in transforming India’s healthcare ecosystem at Microsoft’s Future Ready Conference. He stated COVID has transformed the world completely especially since the healthcare industry is disrupted. Now the patient can sit at home, consult with doctors over mobile, take decisions on major life-saving surgeries. Shetty added that doctors can now sit in any location can interact, unlike other industries as healthcare is dependent on data. This situation is only feasible as 95% of the people are unwell and don’t need an operation. These patients only need medical intervention which can be assisted via telemedicine.
Why is Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty’s statement so important?
It is important as technology has revolutionized healthcare in the country. Data and analytics are making healthcare more predictive and preventive. In the conference, Dr.Shetty talked about electronic medical records, which in the next five years will make smart EMRs and make smarter diagnoses than doctors. And in the next seven years, doctors will be manded to get a second option from the software before starting their treatment. He pointed out that smart software can give an amazing interpretation of data and relatively accurate diagnosis is already present.
Some interesting facts you might be interested in:
- What is Narayana Health?
Narayana Health is one of India’s best multispeciality hospitals that provide 66 specialized health services including cardiology, bone marrow transplant, kidney transplant, orthopedics, liver transplant, geriatrics, ophthalmology, oncology, genetics, gerontology, etc. Their motto is to provide; lowest cost, high-quality healthcare services for all citizens. Narayana Health’s core value is represented by “iCare” which means innovation and efficiency, compassionate care, accountability, respect, and excellence.
- Who is Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty?
Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty is the founder of Narayana Health. He has around 34 years of experience as a cardiac surgeon. In 1978 he has completed his MBBS from the prestigious University of Mysore. The following year he got registered with Karnataka Medical Council. In 1982 Dr. Shetty received a Master’s degree in surgery from the University of Mysore, and in 2009 he was granted the fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Some of his worth mentioning services are: Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty founded the Narayana Heath in 2000. He also introduced the concept of a “Micro health insurance scheme” in Karnataka, which late the government implemented the Yeshashvini Scheme for rural farmers. He is the recipient of “Padma Shri” and “Padma Bhushan” in 2003 and 2012 for his contribution to society.
