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Exploring the Future of Medical DX: Insights from GovTech Conference

The landscape of healthcare is rapidly evolving, with technology playing a pivotal role in shaping its future. On February 6, 2024, the GovTech Conference, co-hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the GovTech Japan foundation, will gather prominent figures to discuss the latest developments and future prospects of Medical DX (Digital Transformation).

The Agenda

The conference will feature discussions centered on the theme “The Future of Medical DX – Transformations Brought by DX in Healthcare.” This event will unite experts from government, medical institutions, and businesses, all aimed at exploring how technology can address pressing issues in healthcare. Participants will benefit from insights on current status and advancements of Medical DX initiatives by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government for the fiscal year 2024.

Keynote Address

Prominent speaker Masafumi Sakurai, Chief Medical Officer of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, will share the nation’s strategy on Medical DX along with its latest undertakings. His expertise will set the stage for a rich dialogue on the possibilities that lie ahead.

Panel Discussion

The latter part of the event will feature a panel discussion on the future of Medical DX, drawing from diverse perspectives including those of government, medical institutions, businesses, and patients. The panelists will delve into critical topics such as the importance of DX in medical institutions, current challenges, enhancing patient satisfaction through technology, and the vast potential that lies beyond current implementations.

Panelists Include:

• - Yoshiyuki Abe, Co-Founder of Ubie, Inc.
• - Jun Sasaki, Chairman of Yuushokai Medical Corporation.
• - Junro Tsuchiya, Director of the Tokyo Medical Association.
• - Ikuko Yamaguchi, Chairperson of COML (Center for Medical Rights and Support).

Hiroshi Hatanaka, the Executive Director and CSO of GovTech Japan, will facilitate the discussion, ensuring a dynamic exchange of ideas and insights.

A Meeting of Minds

The GovTech Conference positions itself as a vital opportunity for stakeholders in the Medical DX space, including professionals from medical institutions and interested parties from various sectors. This gathering is aimed at promoting a comprehensive understanding of policies, medical fields, and technological advancements that encapsulate the current landscape of Medical DX.

The conference is free and open to the public, with prior registration required through Peatix. We encourage anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of Medical DX and its implications on health services to register before the deadline on February 5th, 2024.

Venue and Logistics

The event will take place at the Tokyo Innovation Base, located at Marunouchi 3-8-3, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Accessibility options include a quick walk from several train stations, including Yurakucho Station and Ginza Ichome Station.

Continuous Engagement

GovTech Tokyo has been established to effectively promote DX across the entire Tokyo area, serving as a platform for open dialogue about past, present, and future technology utilization in administrative settings. This conference is a vital part of the ongoing efforts to foster innovation in alignment with the 2050 Tokyo Strategy, which emphasizes enhancing medical services to protect the lives and health of the citizens.

In summary, the GovTech Conference promises to be a launching pad for discussions that could significantly shape the future of healthcare in Japan, urging all stakeholders to participate and contribute to a transformative approach in the medical field.