October 12, 2023
Initiative, Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship offer fall 2023 Digital Health Innovation events
The University of Washington Population Health Initiative and the Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship have partnered to offer a series of interactive opportunities during autumn quarter 2023 for students interested in learning more about the rapidly growing field of digital health.
Whether you are just starting your digital health journey, or already have a solid foundation, we would love for you to join the conversation. All events are open to both undergraduate and graduate students from any major or discipline.
Digital Health Lunch & Learn: Hidden Innovations in Healthcare
Thursday, October 26 | Noon – 1 PM | Founders Hall 490
Sometimes the most impactful innovations are the ones behind the curtain. In this lunch-and-learn session, we will talk about how digital technologies can make a difference in healthcare delivery as well as the challenges and opportunities around improving patient experience. Attendees will also learn about upcoming opportunities on campus, including the 2023 Sacia Digital Health Innovation Workshop and the 2024 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge.
Digital Health Lunch & Learn: Generative AI
Thursday, November 9 | Noon – 1 PM | Hans Rosling Center 101
Generative AI is a hot topic – but how can we harness it to make an impact on human health? In this lunch-and-learn session, our panel will discuss the unique opportunities and potential pitfalls of utilizing generative AI technologies in this space. Attendees will also learn about upcoming opportunities on campus, including the 2023 Sacia Digital Health Innovation Workshop and the 2024 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge.
2023 Sacia Digital Health Innovation Workshop
Saturday, November 18 | 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM | Hans Rosling Center 155
Students will work together on digital solutions to pressing problems in the healthcare system during this “idea-athon” while receiving feedback from stakeholders and changemakers in the field. Teams will also have the chance to participate in a Pitch Challenge at the end of the workshop with the chance to win a prize for Best Pitch! Participants will also learn how to turn their solutions into entries for the 2024 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge and other Buerk Center competitions. Open to UW undergraduate and graduate students interested in computer science, life sciences, healthcare or entrepreneurship. No prior programming experience necessary.