Flourish by Advaita Health
Flourish by Advaita Health explores the future of care at the intersection of clinical practice, individual flourishing, and society. Hosted by Tripp Johnson and Marcus Shumate, each episode features candid conversations with clinicians, patients, leaders, and innovators shaping behavioral health and beyond.
From the frontlines of clinical practice and medical innovation, to the science of flourishing through mindfulness, nutrition, exercise, and sleep, to the broader forces of society—healthcare policy, technology, and culture—we bring diverse perspectives into one conversation.
Our mission is to create a more connected, compassionate, and effective healthcare system, while helping people live healthier and more fulfilling lives.
Whether you’re a provider, policymaker, or someone passionate about health and well-being, the Advaita Health Podcast offers insight, inspiration, and practical wisdom for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Flourish by Advaita Health
On the Frontlines of Data and AI in Healthcare with Alp Akdeniz
In this episode of Open Source Health, Tripp Johnson and Marcus Shumate sit down with Alp Akdeniz, founder of Netcati (pronounced: neh-jah-tee) Corp and co-founder of FP&Automation, to discuss the critical role of data and analytics in healthcare. Alp shares his journey from finance to data analytics, his work with healthcare companies, and his current collaboration with the Advaita Collective . The conversation covers the challenges of integrating disparate data sources, the foundational work needed before leveraging AI, and the long-term vision for using data to enhance patient care and business efficiency.
Key Points
- Introduction to Alp Akdeniz: Alp’s background in finance, his transition into data analytics, and his work in healthcare.
- The Importance of Data Integration: Discussion on the challenges of bringing together different data sources like EHR, HR, and CRM data.
- Foundational Work Before AI: The necessity of having clean, structured data before AI can be effectively utilized in healthcare.
- Overcoming Data Silos: Addressing the barriers of data silos and the importance of leadership in driving data initiatives.
- Practical Applications of Data in Healthcare: Insights on how data can improve patient-provider matching, optimize utilization, and enhance operational efficiency.
- The Long-Term Vision: Exploring the potential of becoming a leader in healthcare analytics and the possibility of expanding into a SaaS model.
- Adoption Challenges: The human element in data adoption and the importance of trust in data for effective decision-making.
- Future of AI in Healthcare: Speculations on the role of AI in transforming healthcare and the practical steps being taken to prepare for it.
About Alp
Alp Akdeniz is the founder of Necati Corp, a company specializing in Microsoft Power BI and Data Analytics consulting, and co-founder of FP&Automation, which specializes in Power BI consulting and Enterprise Performance Management Implementations. Alp has a passion for problem-solving and coming up with creative ways to automate using Microsoft technologies. Outside of work, Alp loves to try new restaurants; Japanese is his favorite cuisine. A fun fact is that Alp's family has 50 chickens and four ducks, giving him an endless supply of eggs for breakfast.
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