In this episode, Joy talks with Chemu Langat, the Chief Operating Officer of Best Buy Health, whose journey from biomedical engineering and aerospace to global health initiatives in Africa has led to innovative solutions in healthcare. Chemu explains how Best Buy Health is leveraging its logistical and technology expertise to enable care at home, collaborating with healthcare partners like Atrium Health to co-create solutions, and utilizing a specialized team similar to Best Buy's Geek Squad, trained to assist with health-related technology setup, support, and digital literacy, without replacing the role of healthcare professionals. It's an insightful conversation on bridging the gap between technology and healthcare for improved outcomes and accessibility.
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