Dr. Christopher Longhurst, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Digital Officer, Associate Dean & Clinical Professor at UC San Diego Health, joined the podcast to discuss what he is most excited about, top challenges he is preparing for, and a lot more.
Summary
Get to Know Dr. Christopher Longhurst, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Digital Officer of UC San Diego Health
Dr. Christopher Longhurst is a well-respected figure in the healthcare industry, serving as the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Digital Officer of UC San Diego Health. During a recent podcast, Dr. Longhurst shared his insights on what he is most excited about, the challenges he's preparing for, and much more. Read on to learn more about one of the industry's top leaders.
Dr. Longhurst's Career and Evolution of Digital Health
Dr. Longhurst's career began in electronic health records and other digital health technologies. However, he has since transitioned to more of a medical operations leadership role. During the pandemic, he played a crucial role in UC San Diego Health's transition to telehealth and virtual care. This transformation was made possible by the infrastructure that had already been put in place, enabling UC San Diego Health to scale quickly.
As Chief Medical Officer and Chief Digital Officer, Dr. Longhurst is excited about the potential for UC San Diego Health to become a highly reliable, learning health system. He believes that data generated from care can be used to continuously inform process and quality improvement.
Data and Analytics in Healthcare
Dr. Longhurst emphasized the importance of data and analytics in healthcare. UC San Diego Health uses real-time data to inform decisions and improve patient outcomes. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed before these technologies can transform clinical care.
Challenges in the Healthcare Industry
In addition to workforce mobility, AI hype, and trust in algorithms, Dr. Longhurst discussed other challenges in the healthcare industry. One of the biggest challenges is managing the increasing complexity of care. Patients today often have multiple chronic conditions that require specialized care.
Conclusion
As Chief Medical Officer and Chief Digital Officer of UC San Diego Health, Dr. Christopher Longhurst is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. His insights into the challenges facing the healthcare industry and the potential for data to improve patient outcomes are invaluable. It's clear that Dr. Longhurst's leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of healthcare.
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This episode aired on 10/29/2022 and can be listened here.
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