Healthcare Innovations | Peggy Johnson, Matthew Stoudt, Frank Cordasco, Dr Mehmood Khan FIIPriority

The discussion revolves around the revolutionary changes in healthcare, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the need for courageous leadership, regulatory reform, and the democratization of technology to prevent and slow down diseases. The panelists highlight the importance of data generation and analysis, the global nature of infectious diseases, and the discrepancies in healthcare accessibility. They also discuss the acceleration of medical education and surgical training, the potential of virtual and augmented reality in healthcare, and the need for public and private funding for musculoskeletal disorders. The conversation underscores the significance of investments in basic science and the potential for novel therapeutics. Additionally, it addresses the need for a whole-of-society approach and the potential for technology to transform healthcare.