Abstract: Artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics and automation, internet of medical things (IoMT), digital twins. These technological advancements are poised to revolutionize healthcare. Their combined power has the potential to improve diagnostic accuracy, accelerating the development of new therapies and enabling the personalization of patient care. Additionally, they can streamline tasks to maximize operational efficiencies, allowing clinicians to focus on patient care and make better informed decisions. We will examine the current state of these technologies and the optimal future state required to transform healthcare delivery. We will also explore how healthcare organizations can deploy these technologies to enable a connected and cost-effective healthcare eco-system—one primed to improve patient outcomes, streamline healthcare delivery and accelerate development of novel therapies.

Short Bio:

Bola Oyegunwa is a technology leader with deep expertise leading digital transformation and core technology functions. He has extensive experience guiding the development of differentiated technology strategies and implementing leading-edge technology solutions. Bola is passionate about developing technology initiatives that improve outcomes for patients, investigator sites and customers.

Bola is the SVP of Enterprise Systems at Labcorp, where he leads cross functional teams that support laboratory and corporate systems, Robotics, business relationship management, computer systems validation, robotic process automation and product engineering teams. Prior to being appointed SVP, Enterprise Systems, he was the Chief Information Officer for Labcorp’s Drug Development business. Bola also led technology and corporate strategy teams for Global CROs prior to joining Labcorp. He has a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Masters in Microbial Biotechnology, and an MBA, all from North Carolina State University.