Henry Ford Innovations (HFI), one of the nation’s leading healthcare innovation programs, recently hosted the inaugural “Advancing Health Equity Through Innovation and Collaboration” event in partnership with the PINC AI™ Applied Sciences team, a leading provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research support services to the life sciences industry.
The initiative’s purpose was to turn health equity conversations into action by taking measurable steps towards improving the health of millions. Participants included global leaders in life sciences, as well as Henry Ford Health innovators who are already implementing programs to address health disparities in groups who have been historically marginalized and underrepresented.
“Part of innovating is looking for partners to expand successful test programs and develop new ones. Partnerships like the ones we’re forging with these corporate partners will create a true impact in addressing health equity,” said Lisa Prasad, Henry Ford Health’s Chief Innovation Officer and leader of Henry Ford Innovations. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to share our findings with national leaders in the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries and chart a path forward to bring these solutions to help more people.”
The two-day event in late October included a presentation of case studies from successful Henry Ford Health programs, including community-based partnerships to increase health screenings. That program found that a lack of trust in institutions can deter people from getting preventative care and that using community partners for healthcare services can reduce barriers and increase access to care. Other case studies covered programs to improve hypertension in young African American men and reduce infant mortality among underserved populations. The unique action-focused event allowed leaders from Henry Ford Health, the PINC AI™ Applied Sciences team and collaborators from eight global life sciences companies to meet, connect and work together on ways to amplify and expand pilot programs.
“The impactful work Henry Ford Health already has under way makes Detroit an ideal location to look for solutions to reduce health inequities across the country,” said Denise Juliano, Life Sciences Group Vice President, PINC AI™ Applied Sciences. “PINC AI™ Applied Sciences partners with leaders in healthcare to improve health outcomes and advance equitable care for all people. This initiative was a great step forward to accelerate our efforts to address the challenges of health inequities that continue to persist.”
SOURCE: PR Newswire