ViVE 2024 marks a significant step in bridging the gap between the Health 2.0 and HIMSS conferences, offering a more comprehensive and diverse program than its predecessors. Key themes at the event included workforce and capacity issues, AI's role in healthcare, the importance of diversity and equity in technology, and the resurgence of care coordination discussions. The conference also highlighted the critical need for improved healthcare payment systems, as evidenced by the financial impacts of the Change Healthcare breach. Notably, ViVE 2024 put a spotlight on community health centers and the potential of Medicaid, emphasizing the importance of healthcare accessibility and equity. Several companies, including Biofourmis-GE and Included Health, showcased partnerships and solutions aimed at addressing capacity issues and improving patient care through digital interventions. The gathering underscored the ongoing challenges and opportunities in health technology, with a focus on actionable insights and the importance of embracing innovative care models and technology to enhance the healthcare ecosystem.
