Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of healthcare

CAHOTECH 2023

Conference

7 October 2023

Chief Guest

Dr. Jitendra Singh

Guest of Honour

Dr Girdhar Gyani
CAHO Anthem & Opening Remarks
Dr. Harsh Mahajan
Dr. Vijay Agarwal
Dr. Alexander Thomas
Dr. Lallu Joseph

Inaugural

Inaugural Session

Key Note Address

Navigating the Digital Frontier:
Transforming India's Healthcare Landscape

India’s healthcare landscape grapples with the dual challenge of meeting the diverse healthcare needs of its vast population while addressing capacity shortages and rising costs. Despite notable advancements in tertiary care, establishing seamless linkages between primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare remains a pivotal goal. Technology emerges as a critical catalyst in this transformation, with many solutions being tailor-made for India’s unique context.

The integration of myriad stakeholders, including individual practitioners, clinics, labs, government care centers, and major healthcare providers, poses a complex puzzle. Exploring strategies to foster trust and incentivize the shift towards a digital health ecosystem is crucial.

The discussion will unravel the responsibilities of key stakeholders, including patients, in driving universal adoption. What concerted efforts are needed, and how can healthcare providers proactively prepare for this imminent change? Join us as we navigate the intricacies of ushering in a new era in healthcare and explore the blueprint for a digitally empowered and universally accessible healthcare system.

Mr. Karan Singh

SESSION I

Healthcare’s Digital Transformation

Bridging Policy, Technology, and Practice

India has experienced significant benefits through the extensive implementation of digital transformation, thanks to the utilization of digital public platforms such as Aadhaar, Jan Dhan, UPI, and various others, which have had a considerable impact. The healthcare sector has also witnessed improvements in outcomes through the application of technology, including robotics and advanced diagnostics. Throughout the pandemic, technology-driven telehealth services and the CoWIN platform for mass vaccinations played a crucial role in addressing the crisis within a short span of time. However, there is still much work to be done in order to ensure that healthcare is accessible, effective, and affordable for all. Achieving this goal necessitates collaboration among policymakers, technology facilitators, healthcare providers, and the patient community. In this session, the panellists will delve into the expectations, concerns, and required actions of each stakeholder, as well as explore methods to bring them together and foster coordinated efforts

Moderator

Mr. Som Mittal

Panelists

Dr. Indu Bhushan
Mr. Kiran Anandampillai
Dr. M Srinivas

SESSION II

AI - A Game Changer or Hype

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, this session aims to navigate the delicate balance between the promises and realities of AI in healthcare. Participants will delve into real-world applications of AI, examining success stories and potential challenges. Esteemed experts will offer insights into AI’s transformative potential in healthcare, highlighting how AI-driven innovations are reshaping the field. Simultaneously, critical discussions will scrutinize instances where AI may not meet the high expectations set for it in healthcare. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, researcher, or simply curious about AI’s future in healthcare, this session promises valuable insights into the ongoing evolution of AI in healthcare.

Moderator

Dr. Vidur Mahajan

Panelists

Dr. Arunkumar Govindarajan
Mr. Arnab Pal
Dr. Krithika Rangarajan

SESSION III

Tech - Enhanced Continuing Medical Education : Empowering Medicos for Better Healthcare Outcomes

A thought-provoking panel discussion centered around the theme, “Powering Local Expertise with Technology to Transform Medical Education and Improve Healthcare Outcomes.” In an era where the intersection of healthcare and technology holds unparalleled promise, the session aims to explore the profound impact that innovative approaches can have on medical education and, by extension, the quality of healthcare delivery. As we engage in this conversation, our goal is to highlight the profound possibilities of using technology to provide local expertise for decision making and education, and, in the end, enhance healthcare results.

Moderator

Dr. Sanjeev K Singh

Panelists

Mr. Shanker Kaul
Prof. Dr. Vivek Saoji
Dr. Meenu Singh

SESSION IV

Technology Disrupting Healthcare Administration

The session offers a comprehensive exploration of technology’s impact on healthcare management. The speakers will highlight the economic aspect of healthcare administration and how technology-driven solutions can effectively reduce administrative costs without compromising quality.The pressing needs to expedite patient discharge, transforming it from aspiration to reality through innovative approaches like remote monitoring and smart healthcare systems will also be addressed. Attendees will gain valuable insights into an evolving landscape where technology serves as a driving force for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and improved patient outcomes in healthcare administration.

Moderators

AM (Dr.) Pawan Kapoor, AVSM, VSM & Bar (Retd)
Dr. Nagendra Swamy S C

Enhancing Patient care & Reducing Administrative costs

Mr. Chandershekhar Sibal

Turning Quick Discharge into a Reality

Ms. Kaustubh Priye

SESSION V

Best of Pitch Fest for Healthcare StartUps

In this session, we showcase the best of healthcare startups with groundbreaking innovations in the healthcare industry. These emerging companies will be presenting transformative solutions that have the potential to set new benchmarks for excellence in healthcare.Their solutions not only promise to improve patient care but also enhance system efficiency, paving the way for a brighter and healthier future in the healthcare sector. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to witness the future of healthcare innovation in action.

Moderators

Mr. Sameer Mehta
Mr. Sudhanshu Mittal

SESSION VI

Technology Disrupting Healthcare Delivery

As technology continues to reshape healthcare, the need for adoption of innovative solutions becomes more urgent. This transformation has unlocked opportunities to overcome structural challenges in the realm of healthcare delivery in the country.This session aims to analyze the obstacles that impede the acceptance of technology, exploring strategies to propel its implementation across diverse healthcare settings. Discussions will involve key stakeholders, training initiatives, and incentivizing adoption to ensure seamless integration. Building trust is pivotal to technology’s success in healthcare. The panelists will delve into strategies for fostering patient and provider trust in digital health tools, addressing concerns related to data security, privacy, and ethical considerations. Insights from successful cases will illuminate pathways to garner and sustain trust amidst the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. By uniting healthcare practitioners, technologists, policymakers, and patients, this session strives to unravel the complexities of technology adoption and trust-building, steering healthcare delivery towards an innovative, patient-centered, and technology-empowered future.

Moderator

Mr. Srinivas Ramanujam

Panelists

Mr. Rajat Jain
Ms. Divya Balaji Kamerkar
Mr. Girish Raghavan
Dr. Charuta Mandke
Air CMDE (Dr.) Ranjan Kumar Choudhury, VSM

SESSION VII

Best of Hospital Innovations &
Early Technology Adoption Showcase

In this session, we showcase innovative solutions that hospitals have adopted to elevate patient care, optimize their operations, and enhance overall efficiency. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from the success stories of leading hospitals that are at the forefront of innovation, achieving improved patient outcomes while setting new benchmarks for excellence in healthcare. Gain valuable insights into the transformative potential of early technology adoption. Join us to explore the most recent breakthroughs that are shaping the future of healthcare delivery and administration.

Moderators

Mrs. Upasana Arora
Dr. Narayan Pendse

Presenters

SESSION VIII

Harnessing Technology to Empower Vulnerables

Technology is a catalyst for change in the lives of vulnerable groups like the elderly, disabled individuals, and marginalized communities. 
Join us for an enlightening session featuring an inspiring speaker who despite being blind, has leveraged technology over the past few years to overcome obstacles and enhance his independence. The discussions will encompass technology’s role in predicting vulnerability, early detection of psychological changes in the elderly, and fall prediction among vulnerable individuals. The panelists will also delve into the potential of telehealth and doorstep healthcare delivery for geriatric care, as well as the transformative power of assistive communication technologies, like computer vision, for visually impaired individuals.
The session is a call to action, aiming to empower individuals who should pave the way for a brighter, more equitable future for all.

Moderator

Dr. Naveen Chitkara

Panelists

Mr. George Abraham
Dr. Girish Srinivasan
Mr. Amey Desai
Mr. Vivian Manohar
Ms. Nanki Lakhwinder Singh
Ms. Aishwarya Karnataki
Ms. Anjali Dada
Prof. Arun Khosla

Valedictory & Awards Ceremony

Chief Guest

Prof. Govindan Rangarajan

Registration Details

Non Member

Indian Delegate
₹ 2500
International Delegate
$ 40

CAHO Institutional or Annual Member

Indian Delegate
₹ 2000
International Delegate
$ 35

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CAHO Life Member

Indian Delegate
₹ 1800
International Delegate
$ 30

Student

Indian Delegate
₹ 1600
International Delegate
$ 25