The Health & Technology Dialogue brought together senior leaders from the health and government sectors to examine how technology could support more resilient, inclusive and patient-centred healthcare systems. Featuring Fay Flevaras, Chief Digital Information Officer at the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, and Dr Zoran Bolevich, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the discussion explored the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of healthcare.

The conversation focused on building adaptable, AI-enabled health systems capable of responding to future challenges including pandemics, natural disasters and population ageing. Leaders also explored how digital innovation, including telehealth, GenAI and remote support tools, could strengthen mental health and community wellbeing.

A further focus was the role of ethical and culturally sensitive technology in advancing Indigenous and inclusive healthcare, with discussion on using digital solutions to address health inequities and improve outcomes for underserved communities.