Renowned technocrat and former CEO of the National Health Authority, Dr. RS Sharma, recently delivered a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam. The lecture was attended by faculty members, students, and healthcare professionals from across the region.
Dr. Sharma’s lecture focused on the importance of technology in improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare in India. He highlighted the need for innovation in the healthcare sector and stressed that technology can play a critical role in achieving this goal.
During his lecture, Dr. Sharma spoke about the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM), which was launched by the government of India in August 2020. The NDHM is a major initiative aimed at creating a national digital health ecosystem that will provide universal health coverage to all citizens.
Dr. Sharma discussed the various components of the NDHM, including the Health ID, which is a unique digital ID for every individual that will contain their medical history and other health-related information. He also spoke about the importance of data privacy and security in the context of the NDHM and emphasized the need for robust systems to protect the sensitive health information of individuals.
The lecture by Dr. Sharma was well-received by the audience, who appreciated his insights into the role of technology in improving healthcare in India. Many attendees noted that the lecture was a valuable learning experience and that they were inspired to explore the use of technology in their own work in the healthcare sector.
Overall, Dr. Sharma’s lecture at IIM Visakhapatnam served as a timely reminder of the importance of innovation and collaboration in improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare in India.