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Digital Ecology PodcastAuthor: Digital Ecology
The Digital Ecology podcast creates a window into the backstory of technology adoption in the UKs healthcare system. Through interviews with experts in the field, we shine a light on the inner workings of digital health and uncover a world of complexity and challenge. We are in the foothills of technology adoption, where the hype doesnt always match the reality. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Technology Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Future of Digital Health in 2026: Exploring AI, Equity, and Innovation in Healthcare
Episode 20
Wednesday, 25 March, 2026
In this episode I speak with Pritesh Mistry, Fellow at the King's Fund, about the recent shifts and future direction of digital health in the NHS.We touch on the major developments of 2025, including structural changes, EPR rollout, and the launch of NHS Online. Pritesh highlights the NHS AI Ambassadors Group as a positive force for building skills and celebrating success in digital transformation.We discuss AI and ambient voice technology, what is hype versus reality, evidence gaps, and the complexity of adoption in clinical workflows. The importance of not just buying technology but also investing in staff, training, and relationships with suppliers to ensure sustainable change.We explore the impact of large language models like ChatGPT on both patients and clinicians, focusing on data protection and the need for clear guidance as these tools become more common.Discussing innovation, improvement, and transformation in terms of how NHS organisations can move ideas into practice, balancing governance with the freedom to test new approaches. Equity remains a key theme, with a call to embed diverse voices and consider the risks of bias as digital health evolves.Pritesh’s wish for the year ahead is that we continue to acknowledge and share the good work happening in digital health to inspire others.I hope this conversation provides practical insights for clinicians, researchers, and digital health professionals.If you found this episode informative, don't forget to leave a review and share your thoughts. Thank you for tuning in!The Digital Ecology Podcast is part of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network, your go-to audio destination for the latest in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Discover more at talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network.
