Organisations can revolutionise the clinician patient experience through data-driven insights at the point of care with Mizaic’s help, Jon Pickering, CEO Mizaic, tells Healthcare World
The healthcare landscape in the Middle East is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, fuelled by factors such as government initiatives, a youthful and tech-savvy population, and the drive for economic diversification.
In recent times, the region has witnessed a surge in the adoption of digital health solutions, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, projections indicate that the Middle East’s healthtech market will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8 per cent from 2021 to 2030 with an estimated value surpassing $11 billion by 2025. This growth trajectory unveils lucrative opportunities for companies specialising in digital health offerings.
Amidst the rapid advancement of technology, challenges persist, such as limited access to specialised care and workforce shortages. For instance, clinicians face constraints on their time, underscoring the critical need for real-time access to patient medical information at the point of care. This access is indispensable for ensuring clinicians can efficiently and accurately diagnose and treat patients.
Within these challenges lies an opportunity for innovation and progress through the adoption of an electronic document management system (EDMS). For clinicians, adopting this technology translates to rapid access to comprehensive information, simplifying their tasks and enhancing effectiveness. Simultaneously, patients stand to benefit from more personalised treatment.
At the helm of this transformative journey is Mizaic, a pioneering healthtech company committed to driving innovation in healthcare technology. Jon Pickering, CEO of Mizaic, has been instrumental in spearheading the development of MediViewer—an EDMS tailored specifically for healthcare providers.
Challenges in healthcare digital transformation
For Jon, realising the full potential of these advancements necessitates a nuanced understanding and proactive approach to address the operational challenges troubling healthcare systems – both public and private.
Lack of interoperability poses significant issues for both clinicians and patients where technology solutions have been deployed, amplifying the complexity of navigating healthcare technology systems and impeding the seamless flow of crucial patient information. For clinicians, this means dealing with fragmented data sources and disjointed workflows, resulting in increased cognitive load and diminished efficiency in delivering care.
From the patient’s perspective, the lack of interoperability translates into fragmented care experiences and disjointed interactions with healthcare providers. Vital medical information may be scattered across disparate systems, making it difficult for patients to receive coordinated and holistic care. Additionally, the frustration and inconvenience caused by navigating multiple platforms erodes patient trust and satisfaction, potentially deterring them from actively engaging with technology-enabled healthcare services in the future.
Outdated infrastructure further compounds the issue, impeding efforts to modernise and improve services, exacerbating existing challenges and hindering progress towards digital transformation.
In addition, outdated technologies often lack the necessary capabilities to support modern healthcare systems and processes. Legacy hardware and software may struggle to handle the demands of contemporary healthcare workflows, leading to system slowdowns, inefficiencies, and increased downtime. This inability to cope not only disrupts daily operations but also undermines the reliability and effectiveness of healthcare services.
“Addressing these challenges requires a strategic approach to digital transformation,” says Jon, stressing the need for an intuitive EDMS that enables connected healthcare. “With a deep understanding of the complex challenges facing modern healthcare, our team of experts developed MediViewer—an EDMS meticulously crafted to unlock the transformative potential of searchable, indexable, and comprehensive medical records.”
Introducing MediViewer
Drawing on the expertise of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in healthcare IT, Mizaic embarked on a mission to address the urgent need for data-driven insights at the point of care. “Recognising the critical importance of making historical patient medical records readily accessible to clinicians regardless of location or time, we knew that success would hinge on delivering a robust solution,” Jon explains.
Central to the vision was the imperative to enhance clinical operations, as the burden of managing physical patient records or operating multiple siloed platforms often leads to operational inefficiencies and care delays. With MediViewer, the team sought to streamline the cumbersome process of scanning, indexing, and archiving physical records, thereby facilitating the seamless digitisation of patient data. By transforming disparate and unstructured records into organised, digitised formats, MediViewer revolutionises data management, ensuring efficiency and ease in navigating patient information.
“We recognised that the lack of interoperability presents formidable challenges in clinical workflows, hindering the delivery of effective and informed healthcare,” Jon adds. “So MediViewer was designed to seamlessly integrate with various clinical systems, fostering a unified patient record accessible at the point of care. By breaking down digital silos and optimising technological infrastructure, MediViewer empowers clinicians to access real-time patient information from any location, facilitating informed decision-making and enhancing care delivery.”
With the integration of cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), MediViewer also offers unparalleled opportunities to enhance diagnostic accuracy, treatment effectiveness, and overall healthcare delivery. Healthcare organisations leveraging MediViewer can now embrace a patient-centric approach, driving personalised care and improved outcomes across the healthcare ecosystem.
Unlocking the power of data-driven healthcare
Through extensive support, from drawing up business cases for an EDMS to implementation, deployment, and ongoing training, Mizaic provides a comprehensive approach to digital transformation. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and industry expertise, Mizaic empowers healthcare providers to streamline operations, enhance patient care, and drive organisational efficiency.
With Mizaic’s guidance, healthcare organisations globally can seamlessly transition from legacy systems to sophisticated digital platforms, unlocking a wealth of actionable data. This newfound capability enables clinicians to make informed decisions, personalise patient care, and optimise outcomes.
By embracing data-driven healthcare, organisations can improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, and ultimately, transform the delivery of healthcare services for the better. As Jon says: “We ensure healthcare providers are equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in an increasingly data-driven landscape.”