During the pandemic, telehealth has transformed healthcare by providing patients with a convenient and accessible way to receive care. However, what does the future hold in a post-pandemic world? Brad Smith and guests Anjalee Khemlani and Owen Tripp discussed this topic on Wealth!
Tripp believes that healthcare is moving towards a “2.0” version driven by patient demand and expectations of experience. He criticizes the current state of telehealth as lacking continuity of care, with each visit being a different experience with a different doctor. As telehealth advances, Tripp emphasizes the need for integrated care to meet patient expectations. He envisions a future where primary care, specialty care, financial health, and behavioral health are connected and personalized to individual needs, something that few players in healthcare have achieved.
In addition to improving patient experiences, telehealth also has the potential to address cost concerns in healthcare. Virtual care significantly lowers consumer expenses by reducing travel costs and allowing patients to receive care from their own homes. In a time of rising healthcare costs and inflationary pressures, Tripp believes that telehealth could potentially level the playing field for the cost of American healthcare.
Overall, Tripp is optimistic about the future of healthcare in a post-pandemic world but stresses the importance of continued innovation and investment in technology to make it happen. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch the full episode of Wealth!
