Entrepreneurship
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Gamification of Health: Ethical Risks in Patient Engagement
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA In recent years, the concept of gamification has gained significant traction across various sectors, including healthcare. By incorporating game-like elements into health interventions, the aim is to enhance patient engagement, motivation, and overall outcomes. However, this… Continue reading
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Telemedicine Adoption: Revolutionizing Access or Excluding the Underserved
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA The rapid growth of telemedicine across the globe has sparked a revolution in healthcare access, particularly in regions like Africa, where vast distances and limited healthcare infrastructure have historically posed significant challenges. While telemedicine promises to… Continue reading
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The Future of Workforce Automation in Healthcare: Threat or Opportunity?
Hamza Asumah, MD MBA As the healthcare industry undergoes rapid transformation, automation and robotics are at the forefront of this evolution. These technologies promise to redefine how care is delivered, presenting both challenges and opportunities that could reshape the workforce… Continue reading
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Healthcare Data Monetization: Ethical or Exploitative?
Hamza Asumah MD, MBA In recent years, the healthcare industry has witnessed a technological revolution that has transformed the way patient data is collected, stored, and analyzed. With the rise of electronic health records (EHRs), mobile health applications, and wearable… Continue reading
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The Role of Private Sector in Public Health: Partner or Competitor?
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA Public health systems worldwide strive to ensure that populations have access to essential health services. However, the challenge of meeting the diverse needs of communities often requires collaboration between public and private sectors. The dynamics between… Continue reading
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Investing in Healthcare Startups: Profit or Public Good?
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA Investing in healthcare startups presents a unique intersection of financial opportunity and societal impact. As technology and innovation continue to revolutionize the healthcare industry, investors are increasingly drawn to this sector. However, the motivations behind these… Continue reading
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The Ethics of AI in Healthcare: Friend or Foe?
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare has sparked a fervent debate surrounding its ethical implications. As we stand on the brink of a technological revolution, the question arises: Is AI in healthcare a friend… Continue reading
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Medical Tourism: Economic Boon or Ethical Dilemma?
Hamza Asumah MD, MBA In recent years, medical tourism has emerged as a significant trend, with patients traveling across borders to seek healthcare services. This phenomenon raises a complex web of economic opportunities and ethical challenges. While the allure of… Continue reading
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Health Tech and the Digital Divide: Bridging or Widening the Gap?
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA In the age of rapid technological advancement, health tech stands as a beacon of hope, promising to revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and increase efficiency. However, as we marvel at these innovations, we must confront… Continue reading
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Data Privacy in Digital Health: Who Owns Patient Data?
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA In the rapidly evolving world of digital health, data privacy has emerged as a critical issue. As healthcare systems increasingly rely on digital technologies to store and process patient information, questions about data ownership, privacy, and… Continue reading









