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Introduction to Digital Health

Technology and consumerism in healthcare continue to accelerate the digital transformation of healthcare, beyond the pandemic-related changes. We are also building towards a health system of the future that will focus on the health and wellness outcomes of individuals and communities. Digital health will connect people and providers in digitally enabled care environments to provide care safely and securely when, where and how it is needed. A digital ecosystem of tools, technologies and services is being developed and implemented to transform care delivery. This course provides a framework for understanding these significant changes and discusses various digital and technology use-cases.

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Program Benefits

This certificate program explores the fundamental concepts of Digital Health and introduces various elements of the Digital Health ecosystem. It provides participants with insights into the benefits and challenges of various transformative technologies in healthcare. They will gain a basic understanding of the related technologies, and the associated emerging information standards, privacy and security, regulatory challenges, and other risks. This provides actionable insights that are essential for managers and leaders as they continue to progress on their Digital Health transformation. The course is designed for managerial, technical, and clinical professionals in healthcare and allied industries including health tech and consulting. It is taught by an Operations & Technology professional who is an experienced educator, researcher, and consultant. The course is based on real-world case studies and new research in related fields.

 

Curriculum Description

The program will explore established and emerging digital health technologies, including mobile health, Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), Artificial Intelligence (AI) & machine learning, blockchain, and digital twins, that are driving better patient care and satisfaction, while improving organizational outcomes. The course introduces these emerging innovations and the managerial aspects related to their implementation. Topics covered include:

  • Trends in Digital Health
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare
  • Generative AI in Healthcare
  • Care Delivery Alternatives (Hospital @ Home, Virtual Care)
  • Digital Patient Engagement and Digital Therapeutics
  • Blockchain and Digital Twins in Healthcare

 

Program Details

  • Format: Saturdays | Online (24/7 access to course material, discussions, recorded online lectures, and other learning activities)

  • Dates: October 12 - December 11, 2024

  • TIME: N/A

  • Hours: 30 Hours / 3 CEUs

  • Location: Online

  • Fee: $1,995

 

Ideal Candidate
  • Medical office Managers
  • Mid and Senior level managers in Healthcare
  • Clinical Providers
  • Professionals in health technology and healthcare consulting
  • Healthcare Administrators

 

Faculty

Ravi Behara FAU Faculty

Dr. Ravi Behara

Education:

  • PhD (1989) Service Operations Management, Manchester Metropolitan University

  • BS (1981) Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science

  • BS (1978) Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, Bangalore University

 

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Books and Materials

  • Reading pack from Harvard Business School Publishing (will be provided by instructor on the first day of class)

 

Contact Us

professionaldevelopment@fau.edu

 

 

 
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