Transforming Healthcare Through Interoperability and Innovation
HIT Like a Girl Pod: Empowering Women in Health ITShow Notes
🎙️ What does it take to create a healthcare system that truly works for everyone?
In this episode of HIT Like a Girl, host Demi Radeva sits down with Kristen Valdes, founder and CEO of b.well Connected Health, to explore how interoperability and innovation are reshaping the future of healthcare.
Kristen shares her journey from working with Medicare and Medicaid Services to developing one of the first private Medicare Advantage plans. The conversation dives into:
The critical role of interoperability in breaking down barriers to data sharing.
How federal mandates and consumer expectations are driving the need for seamless digital experiences.
The importance of partnerships—from big tech companies like Samsung to healthcare providers—in advancing innovation.
Why policy changes are essential to improving access and equity in healthcare.
💡 Kristen’s vision for the future of healthcare is one where technology empowers consumers, simplifies complexity, and bridges gaps in care.
Key Moments: ⏱️ 01:19 | Policy Shifts and Industry Changes ⏱️ 02:52 | Interoperability Challenges and Solutions ⏱️ 05:28 | Consumer Expectations in Healthcare ⏱️ 07:32 | The Future of Digital Health and Partnerships ⏱️ 09:51 | Enabling and Educating Providers ⏱️ 11:36 | Innovations and Partnerships Driving Change ⏱️ 15:00 | Bold Predictions for the Future of Digital Health
🎧 Tune in to hear Kristen’s inspiring insights on how interoperability and innovation are transforming healthcare—and what it means for patients, providers, and policymakers alike.
Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about healthcare innovation, interoperability, and the future of consumer-driven care. Kristen’s expertise and vision offer a roadmap for creating a more connected, accessible, and equitable healthcare system.
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