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Dental Innovation Medical Devices New Content Robotics Startup

Lasers in dental treatment without needles and drills

By Australian Health Journal — 3 weeks ago

In 2017, Dr. Omar Zuaiter and Alaa Habeb launched Dentroid, a dental technology startup with a mission to make dentistry a kinder and friendlier experience for patients and dentists using photonics (using laser technology) and robotics, as alternatives to needles, drills and sprays. The vision for the startup is to have dentistry adopt laser technology, addressing the root causes of dental pain & anxiety, and create a pain-free dental experience.

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Clinical Trials New Content Population Rural and Remote Telehealth

Australian Teletrial Program reaches significant milestones in trials and participants

By Australian Health Journal — 2 months ago

Launched in 2022, the Australian Teletrial Program is an initiative designed to improve access to clinical trials for people living in regional and remote areas of Australia. It uses telemedicine and digital technologies to enable patients to participate in clinical trials without needing to travel long distances to major metropolitan centres, which can often be a barrier to participation for those in rural and isolated locations.

Recently Australian Health Journal met with Kaye Hewson, Director, Australian Teletrials Program, who spoke about the program’s recent achievements.

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Artificial Intelligence Decision Support Medical Imaging New Content Workflow

New Generative AI and machine learning frontier on unused patient care data

By Australian Health Journal — 3 months ago

Drawing from GE’s 125-year legacy in healthcare, Amit Yadav, CEO GE HealthCare ANZ is leading efforts to integrate AI into medical imaging devices and optimise workflow efficiencies. He stresses the importance of leveraging the vast amount of untapped healthcare data, with an emphasis on automating manual processes to enhance productivity. Additionally, his focus extends to utilising AI for workflow optimisation and ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards to prioritise safety.

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New Content Pathology Technology

Impact of genetic pathologist role across medicine

By Australian Health Journal — 8 months ago

Dr Marina Berbic is a genetic pathologist and the Deputy Director of Genetics at Douglass Hanly Moir Pathology – a laboratory based in Sydney and part of Sonic Healthcare. The genetics department at Douglass Hanly Moir offers a wider array of genetic tests across many domains, and the medical leadership model ensures the highest possible standard of care and commitment to patient safety.

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Government Health System Medical Technology Association of Australia New Content Technology

Value of MedTech Report brings Industry and Government together

By Australian Health Journal — 1 year ago

In June 2023 the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) launched The Value of MedTech Report – a major study quantifying the difference the MedTech industry makes to the lives of Australian patients, the healthcare system and the Australian economy. 

Australian Health Journal spoke with MTAA CEO, Ian Burgess and MTAA Policy Manager, Pravin Siriwardena about the report and its key findings.

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Aged Care Technology Brain and Mind Dementia Innovation New Content Technology

The world of AI avatars in dementia care

By Australian Health Journal — 1 year ago

Dementia care is one of the critical issues facing the aged care industry. About 500,000 Australians currently live with the brain disorder condition, and this is tipped to rise to 1.1 million in a generation.

How to effectively provide quality care for people living with dementia was a key element of the royal commission into aged care, which found the complex care required was an ongoing challenge for the industry.

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Aged Care Technology New Content Pharmacy Seniors and Aged Care

Study on digital tool for pharmacists in aged care

By Australian Health Journal — 1 year ago

In March 2022, the Australia government announced $350 million of funding over 4 years to employ on-site pharmacists in residential aged care, starting July 2023. In April 2023, the government made changes to the proposed on-site pharmacists, where the new program will now be delivered by and through community pharmacies. Regardless of how the model will be implemented, the goal remains the same – to improve quality use of medicines and medicines safety for aged care residents.

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Leadership Medical Devices New Content Technology

Gavin Fox-Smith talks Medical Technology

By Australian Health Journal — 2 years ago

Former Johnson & Johnson ANZ Managing Director, Gavin Fox-Smith on working in large & small MedTech companies

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3D Printing Adelaide, South Australia Manufacturing Medical Devices Medical Research New Content

Spinal implant technology eyes global opportunity

By Australian Health Journal — 2 years ago

Adelaide, South Australia wants to let the secret out, and be known as hub for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and digital health. It boasts world-class research institutions, such as the University of Adelaide and SAHMRI, fostering innovation and collaboration. The city’s supportive government policies provide incentives, grants, and streamlined regulations for businesses. Adelaide’s skilled workforce, renowned for its expertise in health sciences, offers a talent pool to drive industry growth. Additionally, the city’s strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and strong healthcare ecosystem make it an ideal base for development, manufacturing, and market access, attracting companies in these sectors.

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Leadership Medical Devices New Content Technology

Jamie Stanistreet talks Medical Technology

By Australian Health Journal — 2 years ago

Jamie Stanistreet
Retired Managing Director Medtronic Australia and New Zealand
talks Medical Technology in Australia and the Asia-Pacific

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