Episode Summary:
In this episode of BetterTech, Jamey Edwards, President and Chief Strategy Officer at Cairns Health, talks about the future of healthcare with AI. He shares his journey as a serial social impact founder and innovator. From scaling a family-run medical group to launching pioneering ventures like Cloudbreak Health, Jamey has consistently focused on blending technology with care delivery. He dives into how Cairns Health is using AI, voice technology, and radar-powered monitoring to support seniors and polychronic patients, easing caregiver burdens while improving patient outcomes. Jamey also reflects on challenges in healthcare adoption, the importance of interoperability, and why he believes the future of healthcare lies in voice-driven, patient-centered solutions.
Show Notes:
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Jamey Edwards talks about his journey as a social impact founder and how it shaped his approach to healthcare innovation.
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He explains how Cairns Health leverages AI, radar, and voice-driven tech to simplify complex care plans for seniors and polychronic patients.
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Jamey shares insights on easing caregiver burdens through digital health assistants and passive monitoring solutions.
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The conversation explores challenges of adoption in the industry, including physician burnout, interoperability, and data overload.
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Jamey Edwards reflects on the future of healthcare, emphasizing voice as the operating system of care and patient empowerment.
This episode is hosted by Jocelyn Houle, Host, BetterTech
