The role of leadership in transforming healthcare

South Africa’s healthcare sector, a sophisticated and ever-changing industry, is central to the health and prosperity of our communities. Its effective operation, however, hinges on the strength and direction of its leadership. By Dr Ali Hamdulay, CEO of...

AI in healthcare moves from hype to reality

The healthcare sector has been on the cusp of substantial reform for quite some time. However, the introduction and application of artificial intelligence (AI) across various healthcare disciplines will surely stand out as one of the most revolutionary eras in the...

Can AI help solve our health crisis?

The South African healthcare system faces challenges from insufficient resources and suboptimal working conditions that can contribute to professional burnout and systemic inefficiencies. By Henry Adams, country manager of InterSystems South Africa The introduction...
International acclaim for SA healthcare system

International acclaim for SA healthcare system

The electronic medical records system CareOn, pioneered in South Africa by Netcare, has won the Digital Innovation Award at the seventh annual International Quality Awards held in London. The awards, spanning eight categories, highlight the achievements of exceptional...

Paving the way for an effective NHI

Since government announced the passing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill, industry experts, business leaders, legal experts, and numerous other commentators have voiced opinions as to why implementing NHI is either going to be a nightmare, or frankly...
AI-powered telehealth can supercharge employee wellbeing

AI-powered telehealth can supercharge employee wellbeing

The fusion of technology and healthcare has reshaped how organisations approach employee wellness, and telehealth is at the forefront of this change. By Arvind Raichur, CEO and co-founder of Eagle Intelligent Health Daily, approximately 15% of South African employees...