Theme 5 :

Transforming Care through digitalisation: e-records & telehealth

Experience how digitalisation, telehealth, and digital therapy platforms enhance patient safety, system efficiency, and collaborative clinical practice.

21-01-2026

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9:30

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12:30

Overview

This session will explore a spectrum of digital health innovation. Participants will be introduced to strategies aimed at building a patient-centred digital health ecosystem as well as practical realities of digital transformation within healthcare settings, highlighting the importance of clinical leadership, change management, and effective implementation of technologies such as Electronic Medical Records (EMR). Attendees will also gain insight into how local healthcare organisations are reimagining care delivery through integrated digital solutions that enhance efficiency and patient experience. Complementing these operational perspectives, this session features emerging research in telehealth-enabled cognitive assessment and the development of accessible digital therapy platforms that expand the reach of psychological support. Together, these topics provide a comprehensive look at the opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of digital healthcare delivery.

Who Should Attend?

    • Hospital administrators and managers
    • Health informatics and IT professionals
    • Policy makers and government officers
    • Private healthcare leaders and innovators
    • Digital health entrepreneurs and solution developers
    • Anyone interested in future healthcare delivery

Why Join Us?

  • Gain first-hand insights into digital health transformation from both local and international experts.
  • Explore national and organisational strategies designed to enhance healthcare quality and efficiency.
  • Discover practical examples of clinical engagement, digital leadership, and multi-stakeholder collaboration.
  • Learn about innovative telehealth and digital therapy research applicable to real-world healthcare settings.
  • Analyse case studies that highlight the successes and challenges of implementing large-scale digital systems.
  • Engage in interactive discussions that allow participants to question speakers and explore emerging ideas.

What you will gain?

  • A strategic understanding of digital health ecosystems and the policies that support them
  • Knowledge of best practices in clinical digital transformation, EMR adoption, and health information integration
  • Awareness of technological advancements in cognitive assessment, telehealth, and digital mental health platforms
  • Networking opportunities with leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare in Mauritius and abroad
  • A forward-looking perspective on how digital innovation can improve patient outcomes, streamline operations, and enhance care continuity

Speakers

Dr Sarita Hardin-Ramanan

BEng | MSc | PhD| SFHEA Head of Faculty Finance and IT Curtin Mauritius

Forum Facilitator

Dr. Karthik Natarajan

Chief Medical Information Officer, East Metropolitan Health Service / Emergency Physician

Speaker

Mr. Simon Cavoli

PG Diploma Critical Care Nursing ALS Level 2 Trainer (RCA)

Speaker

Mr. Jean-Yves Bestel

BSc | ACCA Diploma | MBA

Speaker

Associate Professor Rene Stolwyk

Lecturer/Clinical Neuropsychologist, Monash University

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Associate Professor Milena Gandy

Lecturer /Clinical Psychologist, Macquarie University

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