DIGITAL MEETS HEALTH PODCAST
In the DMH podcast, we speak with the founders and leaders behind HealthTech startups and companies.
HEALTHTECH
Dr. Uwe Heckert I COO Health Industry Deutsche Telekom T-Systems I In the 156th episode of the DMH Podcast, Thomas spoke with Dr. Uwe Heckert. Uwe is the COO of the Health Industry at Deutsche Telekom T-Systems.
Thomas and Uwe discussed, among other things, the following topics:
- HealthTech in Germany and Europe
- T-Health as an ecosystem for startups
- EU regulation of HealthTech
- Hospital Information Systems (KIS) in clinics
- AI in clinics
By Dr. Gottfried Ludewig, Leader, Public Sector and Health Industry, Deutsche Telekom
In the healthcare sector, digital sovereignty is far more than merely a technical concept—it is a fundamental prerequisite for trust and, by extension, for effective, modern patient care. For patients, it signifies, above all, the assurance that their sensitive health data is protected, processed in a transparent and traceable manner, and utilized meaningfully for their treatment.
Health data ranks among the most personal forms of information in existence. Diagnoses, treatment histories, and genetic data serve as the foundation for medical decision-making. To enable this data to realize its full potential, clear regulations, transparent processes, and reliable infrastructures are essential.
This is precisely where digital sovereignty comes into play. It ensures that data is processed within a clear legal and technical framework—and that it remains fully transparent, at all times, who is authorized to access it. For patients, this translates into greater control and enhanced trust.