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Harnessing Data to Power Health Decisions with Pieter De Leenheer - Ep. #187
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In this episode of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast, host Joe Gagnon talks with special guest Pieter De Leenheer, CTO at 1up Health and a father of four.
Originally from Belgium, Pieter has a rich background in data governance and metadata management, with over two decades in the field. The conversation delves into the integration of data and health, exploring the idea that despite health being a priority, there is a significant gap in our understanding due to the difficulty in accessing actionable data.
Pieter shares insights from his journey in making data a true business asset and discusses the transformative potential of health data, emphasizing the healthcare industry's unique position due to its rapid data growth. They touch on the concepts of longevity, health span, and the impact of lifestyle decisions, advocating for proactive health management supported by data evidence.
The discussion also covers the evolution of data science roles in healthcare, the importance of standardizing data for better interoperability, and the vision of making personal health records accessible in a digital format. Pieter reflects on the future of health data, its ethical and privacy considerations, and the role of AI as a tool for enhancing healthcare decision-making.
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