The Angolan health system must invest more in innovation and technology, aiming for a more efficient, integrated and patient-focused system, according to several professionals and businesspeople in the sector.
Speaking at a meeting that brought together the Medicines and Health Technologies Regulatory Agency (ARMED), businesspeople from the health sector debated the challenges and opportunities of the sector, with the increasing introduction of technology.
The discussion focused on how technology can transform the user's journey, from the first contact to post-treatment follow-up, promoting sustainable growth for the market, but also a significant improvement in the quality of care.
Participants also analyzed healthcare with patient focus and care, exploring best practices for a holistic and personalized experience, as well as the patient journey in different healthcare institutions, from scheduling to post-treatment follow-up.
Uncovering how technology can revolutionize the provision of healthcare services was also part of the agenda.
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For Alexessandro Oliveira, from the company TIS, there is an urgent technological need for a transformation that puts the patient at the center of attention.
With the aim of reducing waiting times, increasing data security and improving the overall patient experience, technology is emerging as a fundamental pillar to achieve these goals.
The adoption of technological innovations also aims to improve administrative management, diagnostic and therapeutic support, a revolution in operational efficiency and personalized patient care.
These technologies also improve patient information management and enable an integrated view of the health journey, facilitating faster and more accurate interventions.
