Transforming Health Care: 5 Key Insights on the Impact of Technology and Innovation from Dell Medical School

Future generations are ready for change. Give them the right tools and step back.

The future workforce is smart, tech-savvy, and ready to make healthcare better. With innovative programs like Dell Med’s Leading EDGE curriculum, which focuses on teamwork and collaboration, new healthcare professionals will have the chance to revolutionize patient care.

“We’re living in a fascinating time,” Dell said. “Now, almost anyone can access knowledge to solve problems like never before. In the past, medical students thought they had to know everything. Today, they can rely on a wealth of resources to guide them.”

Collaboration is essential.

No single field can tackle the biggest issues in healthcare alone. We also need to listen to patients. To make a real difference in Austin, we must combine top talents from tech, engineering, life sciences, and patient-centered design.

“This is a major opportunity to change healthcare,” Dell stated. “It’s important to engage with patients, caregivers, and the community to discuss how we can enhance care and outcomes. Change can be challenging, so it’s critical to involve everyone and build trust along the way.”

Now is the moment to build a lasting culture.

People and expertise may shift, but culture stays strong and takes time to develop. For a top-notch health system, we need to foster trust, transparency, and teamwork from the start.

“Success depends on how well we create a culture among those who will shape Austin’s future,” Noseworthy explained. “If we ignore the skills of engineers, designers, and scientists, we will fall short. Building trust and a shared vision can lead to incredible achievements.”

Future success relies on a clear focus.

Adapting to new technology is important, but we must keep our eyes on the ultimate goal: patient-centered care. This focus should guide us as we experiment with new ideas, like “hospital-at-home” technology.

“Choose a clear direction and move towards it, but also create a system to keep improving,” Dell advised. “We will continue to learn and adapt, redefining our goals as we progress. In business, it’s like a race with no finish line. Just keep moving forward.”