What does Digital health really mean in the context of optometry beyond the buzzwords? Nicola Mountford unpacks one of the most relevant topics in optometry as technology continues to reshape the healthcare landscape.
In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Nicola Mountford, Optometry Advancement Advisor at Optometry Australia, to explore the evolving role of digital health in optometry. Nicola breaks down the practical applications of digital tools in a clinical setting, how it's transforming the way optometrists practice, and how the industry can adapt to stay relevant and integrated into Australia's broader healthcare ecosystem.
Key Topics with Timestamps:
1:54 - Nicola's optometry background and her work at Optometry Australia
4:13 - What digital health really means and why it matters for optometrists
5:45 - Benefits of digital health to both patients and independent practices
10:16 - Emerging technologies in optometric practice
12:17 - Government’s digital health roadmap
18:27 - The state of My Health Record in optometry: Access, limitations, and future plans
21:48 - Defining data terminology in optometry: Why language matters
25:29 - Real-world impact of interoperable health records
27:32 - The risk of being left behind if optometry doesn't evolve with digital systems
29:33 - Frustrations and hesitations to digital health evolution
33:49 - Data privacy concerns and how patient empowerment helps address them
36:47 - The most exciting part of digital health
38:59 - Integrating digital health to optometry: Where to start?
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