IGF 2024 DC-DigitalHealth Digital Health & Selfcare - Can we replace Doctors in PHCs

    Classroom
    Duration (minutes): 90
    Format description: Room Layout: This room layout will help foster open communication and active participation among attendees. This seating arrangement will encourage discussion and idea sharing, creating a conducive environment for learning.

    The duration of the session is structured to allow for an in-depth exploration of the topic covering primary care in Africa, South East Asia, Europe, and North America. The session will keep 30 minutes for Questions as the best ideas come from the questions asked by the audience after an insightful deliberations from the global speakers. The session will be divided into manageable segments. We hope that this session will answer the most compelling and the hard question - will we replace doctors in primary care? The speakers have been carefully chosen who work at the field level and include clinicians and technologists who are currently using technology.

    Description

    In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, Digital Health has emerged as a transformative force, empowering individuals to take charge of their own health and wellness through selfcare practices. This session explores the intersection of Digital Health and selfcare, examining how technological innovations are reshaping the dynamics of patient engagement and healthcare delivery. Specifically, we will delve into the question of to what extent Digital Health can replace traditional healthcare providers in primary care setting by leveraging AI Chatbots given that we have an acute shortage of family physicians. By analyzing various levels of intervention, from basic health monitoring to advanced diagnostic tools and telemedicine platforms, we aim to elucidate the potential roles, risks, and limitations of Digital Health in augmenting or substituting the role of doctors at primary care especially in the low and middle-income countries where doctors are unwilling to go in remote areas. Can we think loud about replacing doctors for primary care and prevention and is it feasible?

    1) We will facilitate interaction between onsite and online speakers and attendees through a combination of live streaming, virtual Q&A sessions, and interactive polling. Attendees both onsite and online will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with speakers in real-time, ensuring an inclusive and dynamic experience for all participants.
    2) To ensure the best possible experience for both online and onsite participants, we will design the session with a focus on seamless integration and equal engagement opportunities. This includes utilizing high-quality audiovisual equipment for clear presentations and live streaming, allocating dedicated time for online audience participation.
    3) Complementary online tools and platforms will be utilized to increase participation and interaction during the session. This may include virtual event platforms with built-in chat features, interactive polling tools for real-time audience engagement, and live streaming capabilities for remote attendees.

    Organizers

    Dr. Rajendra Pratap Gupta, Health Parliament ( Think Tank)- South Asia
    Dr. May Siksik - Works with Tribals - Civil Society - Canada ( North America)
    Dr. Olabisi Ogunbase, ETI OSA Civil Society - (Africa)

    Speakers

    Dr. Dhruv Joshi, Founder , Cloud Physician - Private Sector - India -( South Asia )
    Mr. Zaw Ali Khan, Founder , Criterion Tech and Era Hospital - Academic Organization - Lucknow ( South Asia )
    Dr. May Siksik - Works with Tribals - Civil Society - Canada ( North America)
    Dr. Olabisi Ogunbase, ETI OSA Civil Society - (Africa)
    Ms. Liz Ashall - Payne , Private Sector - U.K. / Europe

    Onsite Moderator

    Dr. Rajendra Pratap Gupta

    Online Moderator

    Mevish P. Vaishnav

    Rapporteur

    Sakshi Pandita

    SDGs

    3. Good Health and Well-Being


    Targets: We cannot leave anyone behind BUT can technology help us by replacing clinicians with chatbots powered with medical grade AI? This session will address SDG 3 in addressing the issue of good health and well being at the grassroots.