DiMe Launches Connected Health Collaborative Community
Pre-competitive collaboration will advance a unified approach to connected health to improve access and reduce cost of healthcare
The Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) is launching the Connected Health Collaborative Community (CHcc) in partnership with the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and UMass Chan Medical School's Program in Digital Medicine as the founding Impact Sponsor. This initiative aims to enhance connected health technologies by forming a collaborative environment aimed at creating best practices and overcoming challenges in the sector.
Inaugural Project Focus
The first project under the CHcc umbrella, titled Advancing a Sustainable Hospital-at-Home Ecosystem at Scale, prioritizes the integration of technology to improve hospital-at-home services. This project gathers specialists from various fields, including healthcare, technology, patient organizations, and governmental bodies. The focus is to create scalable and budget-friendly hospital-at-home models that will benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.
Key Participants in CHcc
Founding members of the CHcc include a diverse array of respected organizations: Abbott, AdaptHealth, Advamed, Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease; Amazon Web Services; American Nurses Association; CareSet; ChristianaCare; Health Advances; Allegheny Health Network; and others. These participants are committed to developing resources essential for the effective implementation of hospital-at-home technologies, catering to healthcare organizations with varying capacities across the nation.
Transformative Impact on Patient Care
According to Jennifer Goldsack, CEO of DiMe, "Hospital-at-home models have shown their potential in reducing costs, enhancing patient outcomes, and boosting satisfaction levels. By leveraging digital health and bringing together experts from numerous fields, this initiative will facilitate broader adoption of these essential care models, thereby ensuring high-quality care is accessible to all patients at home. We are constructing a connected healthcare infrastructure that thoroughly engulfs the spectrum of patient care—from wellness and aging in place to high-acuity home care."
Addressing Healthcare Inefficiencies
Hospital-at-home initiatives represent a practical solution to the inefficiencies prevalent in today’s healthcare systems. With the employment of connected technologies, healthcare providers can extend hospital-level care into patients' residences. This shift not only leads to cost savings but also fosters improved resource management and patient satisfaction. Given its potential to mitigate healthcare expenses while enhancing care outcomes, the hospital-at-home model could redefine the healthcare landscape.
Catalyzing a Paradigm Shift in Healthcare Delivery
“The transition of healthcare into residential settings is a pivotal change aimed at making healthcare more accessible, affordable, personalized, and contextually relevant—ultimately refining the overall quality of care,” highlights healthcare executive Zeev Neuwirth, MD. The combination of varied and excellent organizations forming the Connected Health Community Collaborative seeks to expedite learning and development in the home-based care ecosystem.
The Role of Data in Home Care
As indicated by Pippa Shulman, chief medical officer and chief strategy officer for Medically Home, data illustrates that healthcare systems employing home care models have witnessed better health outcomes. The integration of connected health technologies is critical for the successful implementation of this transformative delivery model, contributing to a well-structured framework for sustainable hospital-at-home programs.
The CHcc initiative's goals also encompass tackling fragmentation in connected health endeavors by employing interdisciplinary knowledge and developing standardized best practices throughout the healthcare ecosystem. By collaborating with governmental initiatives like the Veterans' Health Administration's Home-Based Primary Care and CMS Acute Hospital Care at Home programs, CHcc strives to address connected health challenges effectively.
Invitation to Collaborate
We encourage innovators across smart home technologies and digital health, along with payors, government entities, and health systems, to partake in future projects spearheaded by CHcc. Our collective vision is to enhance overall health for everyone through digitally powered solutions and services that holistically connect healthcare.
About the Connected Health Collaborative Community
The Connected Health Collaborative Community (CHcc), co-hosted by the Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) and the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), with UMass Chan Medical School's Program in Digital Medicine as our founding Impact Sponsor, unites stakeholders from varied industries—consumer electronics, medical devices, and the public sector—to reforge and streamline connected health practices across the healthcare spectrum.
About the Digital Medicine Society
DiMe serves as a global non-profit entity and a professional hub for members in the digital medicine realm. Our mission is to tackle significant challenges within digital medicine, creating and disseminating clinical-quality resources long-term to benefit field practitioners through accessible channels and educational programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Connected Health Collaborative Community?
The Connected Health Collaborative Community is an initiative by DiMe aimed at improving connected health technology through collaboration.
What is the focus of the CHcc's first project?
The inaugural project focuses on optimizing Hospital-at-Home care models using technology for improved patient outcomes.
Who are the key participants in CHcc?
Founding members include organizations like Abbott, Amazon Web Services, Mayo Clinic, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
What are the expected outcomes of the CHcc initiative?
CHcc aims to enhance patient access, reduce healthcare costs, and establish best practices in connected health technology.
How can organizations get involved with CHcc?
Innovators and stakeholders across various sectors are invited to participate in future initiatives to improve connected health solutions.
