DTX HealthSG Leadership Masterclass 2024

Programme Highlights

Singapore’s healthcare landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation. The confluence of factors such as the rise of chronic diseases, an aging population, and evolving patient needs is driving a digital revolution in healthcare. In this ever-changing environment, what lies ahead for the healthcare industry? And how will these changes impact you and your organisation?

Join us for an in-person dynamic 2-day Masterclass held at NUS iHealthtech that will that will empower you with the essential tools and knowledge to navigate the evolving health ecosystem. Discover the strategies behind Singapore’s digital transformation in healthcare and connect with key stakeholders and enterprises driving this change. If you’re eager to shape your organisation’s digital health strategies or explore new growth opportunities for your business, this Masterclass is for you.

Benefits of Attending

• Mapping the Future of Singapore’s Health Ecosystem: Learn the challenges and determinants of sustaining Singapore’s health ecosystem, including insights from experts and technology leaders on effective healthcare transformation strategies.
• Navigate HealthTech with Confidence: Equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies needed to confidently navigate the ever-evolving HealthTech landscape, drawing from real-world insights and successful case studies of Singapore’s digital health projects.
• Gain Cutting-Edge Insights: Dive into a two-day learning experience led by industry experts, designed to keep you abreast of the latest developments in digital health. This enriching journey will be complemented by a guided tour of the iHealthTech lab at NUS, offering a unique hands-on perspective on cutting-edge digital health technologies.
• Build Professional Networks: Forge meaningful connections with fellow healthcare professionals and business leaders. These interactions can significantly advance your career and open up new business prospects.
• Shape Healthcare Leadership: Be an influential player in driving the future of healthcare leadership and innovation, contributing to the future of the SGHealth sector.

Who Should Attend

The programme is designed to be valuable for professionals from both medical and non-medical backgrounds- including healthcare professionals and commercial solution providers. It aims to provide a practical understanding of Singapore’s health landscape, Population Health Strategy, and MOHT-led transformation initiatives driven by data and digitalisation. This programme is suitable for:

• C-Suite Executives and Senior Management
• Clinical Leaders
• Entrepreneurs
  

Course Agenda

Advancing Healthcare through Technological Innovation: Pioneering the Future of Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention | Professor Lim Chwee Teck

“Advancing Healthcare through Technological Innovation” explores the transformative role of emerging technologies in modernizing patient diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. It highlights the shift towards personalized medicine, emphasizing technologies like AI, telemedicine, and wearable devices that promise earlier, more accurate diagnoses, customized treatments, and continuous health monitoring. The discussion underscores a future where healthcare transcends timely and precise interventions, embracing predictive analytics to pioneer preventative healthcare strategies. This concise overview paints a future where healthcare is not only reactive but also predictive and preventive, driven by technological breakthroughs that ensure timely, precise, and individualized care.

AI for Healthcare | Associate Professor Ngiam Kee Yuan

This topic explores the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, covering the development process, integration challenges, and practical applications. Participants will learn about the latest Generative AI technologies and their impact on the industry through real-world examples like clinical AI chatbots and large language model (LLM) applications. This session is designed for healthcare professionals and technology enthusiasts interested in AI-driven innovations in healthcare.

Affective Computing – Impact & Implication on Public Health | Dr Yang Yinping

This topic encapsulates the profound shifts in healthcare paradigms driven by the advancement of affective computing research and use with enhanced digital data analysis capability. This focus spotlights how emotional data analysis and empathetic technology tailor patient experiences, improve mental health support, and refine healthcare delivery. The discourse navigates through the interplay of these technological advancements, illustrating their collective role in reshaping healthcare policies, research methodologies, and day-to-day clinical practices. This title heralds a future where digital health is technically advanced and deeply integrated with emotional intelligence and trustworthiness, marking a new era in public health evolution.

SG Health Ecosystem & Healthcare Transformation | Professor Chia Kee Seng

The topic discusses the complexities and challenges within Singapore’s healthcare landscape by exploring key topics, including the determinants of health, Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs), and the care continuum, ranging from sustaining health to receiving care. Through a thorough examination of the 4Ps – Policy, Provider, Patient, and Payer – participants will gain valuable insights into the various components that shape the healthcare system. By understanding these elements, participants will be better equipped to drive digital transformation efforts, leading to improved patient outcomes, more efficient healthcare delivery, and greater overall system resilience.

This topic also discusses the transformative shift in healthcare paradigms (3 beyond), transitioning from healthcare to health, hospital to home, and quality to value. Through an in-depth exploration of the Healthier SG initiative from policy to implementation (HSIO), participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the policies, strategies, and practical steps undertaken to achieve a more holistic and sustainable healthcare system. The module highlights the importance of integrating health promotion, disease prevention, and community-based care to create a patient-centric and value-driven healthcare ecosystem. By examining the successful implementation of these strategies, participants will learn how to effectively translate policies into actionable plans, improving overall health outcomes and fostering a healthier Singapore.

Towards Future Mental Health Ecosystem- Fireside chat with 4 panelist | Dr Tan Weng Mooi 

This Fireside Chat convenes a panel of four esteemed experts to dissect and discuss the future of Singapore’s mental health ecosystem. In this engaging session, panelists will tackle the multifaceted dimensions of mental health, addressing current challenges, innovative treatment modalities, and the integration of technology in mental healthcare. The discussion will cover a wide spectrum, from policy frameworks and community engagement strategies to the incorporation of digital tools like teletherapy and AI-driven diagnostics. Participants will gain insights into how these elements converge to shape a more robust, accessible, and comprehensive mental health landscape. This thought-provoking dialogue aims to not only highlight the strides made in mental health advocacy and care but also to chart a progressive course for the future, ensuring that mental well-being remains a pivotal component of Singapore’s health agenda.

Digital Innovation: Empowering Healthy Aging in Singapore | Mr Sng Hock Lin

This topic delves into the dynamic landscape of Singapore’s aging population, underscoring the pivotal role of digital innovation in fostering healthier aging. It begins by painting a comprehensive picture of the demographic trends and challenges faced by the aging community in Singapore. The discourse then shifts to examining the robust government infrastructure and strategic interventions that have been pivotal in shaping the nation’s approach to elder care. Central to this exploration is the ‘Whole of Society Approach,’ a multifaceted strategy that integrates various sectors to holistically support healthy aging. The topic maps the evolution from Healthier SG to AgeWell SG initiatives, highlighting how digital innovation serves as a critical catalyst in transforming the aging experience, ensuring that it is not just longer, but richer and more fulfilling.

The role of Data and Information in Healthcare | Professor Robert Morris

In this topic, the participants will explore the rapidly evolving landscape of data management and digitalization in the healthcare sector. The session delves into the concept of ‘Shift Left’ within the healthcare system, discussing its implications on data management and the innovative strategies employed to address these challenges. The topic also discusses the cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Digital Phenotyping, Integrated Care Management (ICM), Anomaly Detection, Personalization, and Digital Biomarkers, and their transformative impact on the healthcare industry.

This engaging and informative session is perfect for healthcare professionals, technology enthusiasts, and stakeholders interested in understanding the vital role of data and information in shaping the future of healthcare.

The Era of Extended Reality (XR) in Healthcare: Are Hospitals Prepared for the Future? | Mr Sirko Pelzl

This topic addresses the critical juncture at which healthcare stands with the advent of Extended Reality (XR) technologies like Meta3, HoloLens and Vision Pro. As 2024 approaches, the potential of XR in healthcare is undeniable, yet the pressing issue is hospital readiness for this technological leap.

We will explore the landscape of hospital preparedness for integrating XR, particularly through HoloMedicine®, which blends Extended Reality with healthcare practices to improve outcomes and patient care. The discussion will highlight the gap in readiness among global healthcare institutions, underscoring the need for a swift and strategic response to embrace these innovations.

Importantly, Sirko will unveil the latest innovation “HoloMedicine® Masterclass” aimed at revolutionizing global collaboration among doctors, with participants gaining firsthand access and the opportunity to experience this breakthrough on-site.

iHealthtech Lab Tour

Demo of NUS Digital HealthTech Projects from Start-Ups or Research. Participants will be introduced to the latest digital health technologies and innovations emerging from the National University of Singapore (NUS). The session showcases a diverse range of projects, providing attendees with an exclusive glimpse into the future of healthcare.

Course Fee

SGD $3,000 (excl. GST)

• 15% Discount exclusively for NUS and NUHS staff members
• Group discount of 20% for group enrolment of at least 3 participants

*Please note that each participant is only eligible for a single discount. Registration closes on 24 April 2024

**The commencement of the Masterclass is contingent upon meeting the minimum class size, and all fees are subject to the prevailing GST.