HLTH23: Learn how Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare uses data and AI to transform your organization

By Akilah Daniels-Vincent, Sr. Product Marketing Manager, Global Industry, Healthcare

September 25, 2023

Healthcare organizations face many challenges in today’s dynamic and complex environment. They need to meet the evolving needs and expectations of patients, cope with the shortage and burnout of healthcare workers, and improve their financial performance. At Microsoft we are committed to addressing the multitude of challenges impacting healthcare organizations. More than just a technology provider; we are a trusted partner who understands these challenges and supports our customers in every aspect of their journey. At HLTH23, the global healthcare event that took place in Las Vegas, Nevada from October 8 to 11, 2023, we were joined by leading experts and innovators from all sectors of healthcare to explore the latest developments and breakthroughs in their field.

We will demonstrate how our solutions can help you address those challenges through engaging sessions, thought leadership, partner collaborations, and customer meetings. We will show how Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare can help your organization deliver outstanding patient and member experiences, accelerate data-driven decision-making, support your healthcare workforce, and enhance collaboration across the care continuum.

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Here are six key sessions from HLTH23:

Microsoft Booth. At the booth we featured space for exclusive one-to-one meetings, LinkedIn kiosk to get a free, high-quality professional headshot, Microsoft demo kiosks, Startup demo kiosks, and lounge seating. The opportunity to have met with top startup partners to help you drive innovation: Marble, Karlsgate, Commerce.AI, Recuro Health, Integrate.AI, AlphaLife Sciences, Medcrypt, Artificial, BeekeeperAI, BehaVR. Nuance had an in-booth AI theater featuring ambient, conversational, and generative AI in action. You were able to see a live demonstration of DAX Express and experience clinical documentation that writes itself.
Embrace the future of data and AI across the entire healthcare journey—Data is at the heart of any healthcare organization. It has the potential to do so much good—from enhancing patient experiences to empowering workforce productivity to advancing health equity for improved health outcomes. And leveraging AI is the key to unlocking its full potential across your organization and throughout care delivery. You heard from Alysa Taylor, Corporate Vice President of Azure and Industry and Kenn Harper, Vice President of DAX for our launch session as they explored new ways Microsoft and Nuance will help you use your data and cutting-edge AI innovation to deliver meaningful outcomes across the entire healthcare journey.
Equity Panel Session—Only 5 percent of Americans participate in a clinical trial.¹ The percentage is even less for women, rural residents, and minority populations.² Although we’ve made strides in addressing inequities within our clinical trials, there are still many gaps. Using AI for clinical trial matching and adhering to a more stringent diversity action plan can help in increasing representation from underrepresented communities. Many health leaders are not accepting this inequitable reality and are actively inventing solutions through partnerships, internal initiatives, and technology in shaping a more inclusive future for medical research. You heard from Hadas Bitran, Partner Group Manager, Health AI, Microsoft Health and Life Sciences and other speakers in a panel discussion.
Health Equity Impact Program: Ethically Harnessing the Potential of Generative AI—During COVID-19, we saw significant adoption of telehealth and other key consumer tools that provided access to healthcare and personal services in a simple, convenient, and on-demand way. Dr. David C. Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer, Vice President of Healthcare Worldwide Commercial along with Michael J. Pencina, PhD, Vice Dean for Data Science, Professor of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Director and Marcella Dalrymple, MPH, MBA, Associate Director of Strategic Development and Business Partnerships from Duke AI Health addressed how tech-enabled services and connected platforms continue to expand and play an important role in connecting consumers, especially those in underserved and rural communities, to their appropriate healthcare providers.
Connecting Workplace Culture and Wellbeing—Economic uncertainty coupled with mounting productivity pressure are contributing to a hard truth about the mental health of today’s workforce that organizations must contend with. Four out of ten United States workers report that their job has an extremely negative or somewhat negative impact on their mental health.³ Leaders that prioritize the wellbeing of their employees, invest in their culture and values, and embrace an adaptive approach to leadership will reap the benefits of a more engaged, resilient, and loyal workforce. Ryan Roslansky, Chief Executive Officer, LinkedIn and Russell Glass, Chief Executive Officer, Headspace dove into the current state of worker wellbeing and workforce trends, as well as delivered concrete recommendations for how companies and leaders can create a culture of wellbeing.
LinkedIn’s Voices of Impact: Shaping Healthcare’s Future Through Influence and Resilience
- The Power of Influencers: How Top Voices Will Shape the Future of Healthcare on Social Media—In today’s digital era, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for spreading information and influencing public perceptions. In this thought-provoking panel discussion on “How healthcare influencers are using their voices to shape the industry on social media.” Haley Deming, Creator Manager, LinkedIn moderated this panel consisting of prominent healthcare influencers who have harnessed the potential of social media to advocate for healthcare reform, raise awareness about health equity issues, and bridge the gap between scientific research and public understanding.
- How The Pandemic Helped Healthcare Professionals Find Their Voices—COVID-19 brought unprecedented challenges to the healthcare industry, placing immense pressure on clinicians. In the face of adversity, a remarkable trend emerged—healthcare professionals finding strength and resilience through peer support. In this compelling panel discussion on “How The Pandemic Helped Healthcare Professionals Find Their Voices.” Beth Kutscher, Editor at Large, LinkedIn News moderated this insightful panel that brought together healthcare professionals who have navigated the post-COVID-19 era, delving into how peer support and professional networks and communities have played a pivotal role in shaping their professional journeys.