Digital Healthcare Innovation Forum and the 24th China Medical Industry Summit Successfully Concludes
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October 19, 2023,Guangzhou’s “Capital of International Academic Conferences” Construction Project—Digital Integration, Innovative Ecosystem: Digital Healthcare Innovation Forum and the 24th China Healthcare Industry Summit Forum Was Successfully Held at Guangdong Medical Valley·Nansha Life Science Park (Park I). This digital forum,Organized with the strong support of the Guangzhou Association for Science and Technology, and co-hosted by the Guangzhou Internet Medical Development Research Association, Beijing Netray Technology Co., Ltd., and Guangdong Medical Valley, with VCBeat, Star Future Institute, and Climbing Ivy Society as co-organizers.
The forum attracted professionals from the medical, technology, and business sectors across various regions to gather and jointly explore innovative developments in digital health.
Cheng Zhipeng, First-Level Researcher (Municipal Administration) of the Guangzhou Association for Science and Technology, and Secretary of the Party Committee of Guangzhou Scientific and Technological Societies, delivered an important address at the conference, emphasizing from a technological perspective the significance of scientific and technological innovation for Guangzhou's development.
Cheng Zhipeng, First-Level Researcher (under municipal administration) of the Guangzhou Association for Science and Technology, and Secretary of the Party Committee of Guangzhou Scientific and Technological Societies
He Jiechang, Deputy Director of the Health Commission of Nansha District, Guangzhou City, and delivered a relevant address at the conference. He mentioned that Nansha District, as a new urban core and technological innovation hub of Guangzhou, strongly supports the development of internet healthcare, encouraging medical institutions and enterprises to pursue technological and service innovations, thereby providing citizens with convenient and efficient medical services.
He Jiechang, Deputy Director of the Nansha District Health Commission, Guangzhou
Li Qian, President of the Guangzhou Internet Medical Development Research AssociationAt the conference, it was shared that the association is committed to promoting the innovative development of internet healthcare and has achieved notable results in recent years. These efforts include supporting the application of digital therapeutics in postoperative rehabilitation and allergy treatment, as well as taking the lead in China by establishing a Professional Committee on Exercise Therapy. Looking ahead, the association will continue to drive the translation of technological and medical engineering achievements, expand the application of digital healthcare, and foster innovation in medical services.
Li Qian, President of the Guangzhou Internet Medical Development Research Association
At the meeting,Xu Rong, Dean of the Innovation Research Institute, Shanghai Technology ExchangeRelevant content was also shared. As a key entity in the construction of the national intellectual property operation service system, the Innovation Research Institute of the Shanghai Technology Exchange has actively promoted the protection and utilization of intellectual property rights, providing strong support for the translation and industrialization of medical technological achievements.
Xu Rong, Dean of the Innovation Research Institute, Shanghai Technology Exchange
Peng Lin, Founder of Yihe Ni and Renowned Chinese Surgical ExpertAt the conference, he presented relevant research and elaborated in depth on the pivotal role of innovation and connectivity in driving the development of internet healthcare. He further stated that the future growth of internet healthcare will rely more heavily on innovation and connectivity.
Peng Lin, Founder of Yihe Ni and a Renowned Chinese Surgical Expert
Qu Yi, Chairman and CEO of Beijing Natray Technology Co., Ltd.Delivered a speech on AI and internet healthcare. He stated that the integration of artificial intelligence and internet healthcare has already brought significant innovation and transformation to the medical industry, with more intelligent medical services expected to emerge in the future, enabling patients to enjoy more convenient, efficient, and personalized treatment experiences.
Qu Yi, Chairman and CEO of Beijing Natery Technology Co., Ltd.
Tao Yang, Chairman of Guangzhou Lubangtong IoT Technology Co., Ltd.The speech delivered at the conference pointed out that with the continuous development of the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), the intelligence, interconnectivity, and data sharing of medical devices have become possible, which will bring revolutionary changes to the healthcare industry.
Tao Yang, Chairman of Guangzhou Lubangtong Internet of Things Technology Co., Ltd.
Li Mengtao, Director of the Operations Center at Ozida GroupShared insights on the practical application of digital empowerment platforms in the medical device industry, achieving intelligent, refined, and efficient operations across the entire medical device supply chain by introducing advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data.
Li Mengtao, Director of the Operations Center at Ozda Group
Jiang Haibo, Founder of Bingpian TechnologyAt the conference, Mr. [Name] provided a detailed introduction to the application and advantages of hypoallergenic digital therapeutics in the treatment of certain specific diseases. Hypoallergenic digital therapeutics is a novel therapeutic approach that leverages digital technologies to deliver non-pharmacological interventions, offering patients personalized, efficient, and safe solutions.
Jiang Haibo, Founder of Bingpian Technology
InXu Huan, Product Manager, Customer Service Department, Siemens HealthineersIn his sharing, he stated that metaverse technologies can provide non-public healthcare institutions with more realistic and immersive medical simulation training and clinical practice, thereby enhancing the professionalism and quality of medical services.
Xu Huan, Product Manager, Customer Service Department, Siemens Healthineers
Mr. Yu Chenglong, Product Director of YilintongHe shared insights on how internet-based medical insurance can empower the accelerated development of the pharmaceutical and health industries. He believes that internet-based medical insurance not only provides more convenient medical insurance services but also offers broader development opportunities for the pharmaceutical and health industries.
Mr. Yu Chenglong, Product Director of Yilintong
At the signing ceremony,Netrirespectively withYihe Ni, Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group, Chuji Tang, Qilekang, Yilintong, Yiyuanbao, Haoyaoshi, Tianyi Hongfang, Tianjin Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park Operation Service Co., Ltd., Office of Binhai Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park in Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area,Engaged in in-depth cooperation with nine domestic enterprises and institutions in fields such as medical big data and artificial intelligence, whileGuangzhou Bingpian Technology Co., Ltd.Successfully OnboardedPhenomenon: SOHO Medical Innovation Park, both parties also held a strategic signing ceremony at the conference. The signings by these multiple enterprises all express their commitment and vision to improving healthcare service efficiency and optimizing patient experience.
VCBeat, the Office of Binhai Zhongguancun Science Park in Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area, and Tianjin Zhongguancun Science Park Operation Service Co., Ltd.Official SigningStrategic CooperationAgreement. Prior to this, Natray and the Binhai Zhongguancun Science Park in the Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area had already established an in-depth cooperative relationship in the field of internet healthcare, jointly promotingMore than 20The smooth operation of internet hospitals. Against this backdrop, the collaboration is built upon the existing achievements and experience of both parties, aiming to promote larger-scale and deeper development of internet healthcare. The three parties will work together to drive industrial development in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, accelerate industrial transformation and upgrading, and establish a tighter industry-academia-research alliance.We believe this collaboration will drive industrial advancement in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region,We also look forward to the three parties jointly building a more open, shared, and innovative industrial ecosystem.
During the roundtable discussion, Li Hong, founder of Climbing Ivy Society, served as the moderator and engaged in an in-depth discussion on the growth and sustainability of digital health enterprises with Li Qian, co-founder of Yihe Ni Medical Group; Qu Yi, Chairman of Beijing Natery Technology Co., Ltd.; Xu Rong, Founding Partner of Kechuangjie; Xie Jiasheng, Executive President of Guangdong Medical Valley; and Chen Yao, Chairman of Phenomenon SOHO Medical Innovation Park.
During the discussion, panelists widely agreed that digitalization will be one of the major trends shaping the future of the healthcare industry. They emphasized that maintaining sustainable corporate growth amidst digital transformation is a pressing challenge that needs to be addressed urgently. Through interactive exchanges, the panelists shared their insights and experiences, offering valuable references and inspiration to the audience.
The hosting of this digital forum not only provided a platform for exchange and learning among experts, scholars, and enterprises in the field of digital health, but also played a positive role in promoting the development of Guangzhou’s digital health industry. In the future, digital health will become an important direction for development in the healthcare sector, bringing patients higher-quality, more convenient, and personalized medical services.
In Knight’s view, current internet healthcare not only requires policy support and technological innovation but also demands continuous improvement in service quality. To achieve sustainable development of internet healthcare, it is necessary to further advance the research, development, and application of internet medical technologies, while emphasizing effective integration and coordination with physical medical resources.
The Guangzhou Internet Healthcare Development Research Association is a non-profit social organization spontaneously established by healthcare service platforms, medical education and information service institutions, physician groups, renowned physicians, and other entities or individuals in the Guangzhou area who are committed to advancing the cause of internet healthcare.The Research Association is committed to the mission of “promoting the sound and sustainable development of the healthcare industry,” deeply cultivating smart healthcare, and striving to become a “benchmark social organization empowering the development of China’s health industry.”
Guangzhou Yihe Ni Information Technology Co., Ltd. serves as the president unit, with Li Qian, co-founder of Yihe Ni, acting as president. Professors Zhang Jianqi, Zeng Yan, Peng Lin, and Qian Deying serve as members of the Advisory Committee of this research association.
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