In this episode of Behind the Growth, Imran Mian hosts Aaron Cheng, VP of Digital Health at Shoppers Drug Mart, to dive into the transformative power of digital health in pharmacy care. Aaron shares his journey from a career in engineering and digital products, through various startups, to his current role. He emphasizes the significant impact digital solutions like the PC Health app are making in Canadian healthcare, improving patient care and streamlining healthcare delivery.

Aaron discusses the challenges and opportunities in integrating digital health into traditional pharmacy models. He highlights the importance of a patient-centric approach, leveraging technology to enhance accessibility and efficiency in healthcare services. Aaron's insights reveal the potential of digital innovations to revolutionize healthcare, making it more responsive and accessible to patients' needs.

The conversation sheds light on the future of healthcare, where digital tools and AI promise to create a more connected, efficient, and patient-focused healthcare ecosystem. Aaron's experience and vision for digital health illustrate the crucial role of technology in advancing healthcare and improving outcomes for patients across Canada.

Key Highlights:

- Digital health services improve patient experiences.
- Challenges of digital health include data, security, and integration.
- AI automates tasks, enhances workflows, & aids decision-making.
- Accuracy and data security are essential to build patient trust & safety.
- Online appointment booking and virtual care are crucial in healthcare.

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