Global Perspectives on Digital Health

Welcome to the trailer for the Global Perspectives on Digital Health Podcast. 

Join Shubs as he unpacks insights from experts and innovators creating real impact for underserved communities around the world. 

Shubs is a physician working in digital health. With experience across product development and deployment, regulation and also with the ITU/WHO focus group AI for healthcare as co-chair of the working group on clinical evaluation Shubs has seen the challenges across the digital and healthcare ecosystem. Join these conversations as he seeks out innovators and experts to unpack what we can do to create real impact for those who need innovation the most around the world. Get a truly global perspective on digital health. 

What is Global Perspectives on Digital Health?

The podcast delves into the realm of health tech, highlighting a common trend: a focus primarily on the US, EU, and UK. However, it advocates for a broader perspective, urging listeners to look beyond this bubble and consider the innovations happening in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). These regions face significant digital and non-digital healthcare challenges, leading to inventive solutions borne out of necessity. By exploring the work of those in LMICs, the podcast aims to uncover valuable lessons from their successes and obstacles.

Hosted by Shubs Upadhyay, a primary care physician with a wealth of experience spanning clinical practice, innovation, regulation and medical software engineering quality, the podcast offers a unique viewpoint. Through this lens, it reveals a stark disparity between technological advancements and their impact on underserved populations. With a focus on spotlighting individuals and organizations making a real impact in these communities, the podcast invites listeners to join the journey of discovery.