This episode features Chris Carmody, Chief Technology Officer at UPMC. Here, he discusses his background & the evolution of technology throughout his career, UPMC’s clinical analytics program, how he is thinking about growth and adding value at UPMC, and more. Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
Summary
This episode features Chris Carmody, Chief Technology Officer at UPMC
Here, he discusses his background & the evolution of technology throughout his career, UPMC’s clinical analytics program, how he is thinking about growth and adding value at UPMC, and more.
Networking Opportunity at HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting
Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
Chris Carmody's Background and UPMC's Clinical Analytics Program
Chris Carmody, the CTO of UPMC, has a long career in healthcare technology spanning 25 years and has been at the forefront of the rapid change that has been seen in the past few years. At UPMC, he is currently focused on their clinical analytics program which uses predictive models to identify risk factors for patients before they come in for surgery, as well as using AI to extract data from unstructured sources to inform these models. Additionally, he also stresses the importance of cybersecurity and IT hygiene to protect patient data. He suggests that health systems should try to bring in house any expertise they can but should leverage partners when needed.
Growth and Skillset Expansion at UPMC
UPMC is looking to grow their technology capabilities and skillsets by leveraging the experience of current team members, bringing in college students through a summer associate program and hiring college grads for their IT rotational program. They also invest in building relationships with key internal customers, like the chief nursing executive and CMIO, to understand their needs and align their resources accordingly. Technology will be necessary to engage patients and members outside of traditional healthcare walls and to create more equitable access to healthcare for different populations and communities.
Chris Carmody's Beliefs and Becker's Healthcare Community
Chris is the Chief Technology Officer at UPMC and he believes that technology is one of the most important tools to help organizations succeed. He also believes in continuing to learn, grow his network, and stay sharp. Becker's Healthcare has launched my bhc to help leaders better do this in a more simplified, personalized, and meaningful way. Join the community free of charge here.
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This episode aired on 05/30/2023 and can be listened here.
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