TLDR: The InterSystems READY 2025 Summit, scheduled for September in South Africa, will convene healthcare leaders to explore the transformative potential of generative AI, interoperability, and advanced data platforms in revolutionizing healthcare delivery across the African continent. The event aims to address unique regional challenges while aligning with global best practices, focusing on practical applications of AI to enhance patient outcomes and system resilience.
InterSystems, a leading provider of creative data technology, is set to host its flagship READY 2025 Summit in South Africa this September. The summit will gather healthcare leaders, partners, and innovators to delve into how artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, alongside interoperability and advanced data platforms, are poised to reshape the future of healthcare delivery across Africa.
The event is designed to move beyond theoretical discussions, focusing on real-world solutions to pressing issues such as data silos, clinician burnout, and the complexities of care delivery in resource-constrained environments. Henry Adams, Country Manager for InterSystems South Africa, emphasized the summit’s broader vision, stating, “READY 2025 is about more than technology. It is about reimagining healthcare systems for resilience, sustainability and impact. From generative AI to real-world interoperability, we want to show the industry how these innovations can be applied to solve challenges that are unique to Africa while still aligning with global best practice.”
The READY 2025 Summit will feature a diverse agenda, including key sessions such as ‘Painting the future of AI in healthcare’ led by Dr. Rami Riman, InterSystems’ Director of Clinical and Business Improvements. Another session will highlight the critical premise that ‘AI starts with healthy data’. A dedicated healthcare panel will explore how interoperability and strategic partnerships can fundamentally alter care delivery throughout Africa.
Attendees will also gain insights from Gokhan Uluderya, Director of Product Management for Data Platforms, on establishing robust data foundations for healthcare systems. Dr. Allan Sweidan, CEO of Ajuda Health, will present on a private health information exchange initiative, while Jane Simmonds, Founder and Executive Director of the NFP goGOGOgo, will share perspectives on making a significant impact across the broader African landscape.
Adams further elaborated on the practical application of AI, noting, “There is a lot of noise around AI, but the real story is how it empowers analytics and decision-making.” He added, “At InterSystems, we are helping healthcare organisations across Africa turn data into a living asset, supporting predictive healthcare, stronger partnerships and, ultimately, better patient outcomes.” The discussions will explore how AI, interoperability, and predictive analytics can enhance usability, improve clinician experience, and bolster patient safety.
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InterSystems’ commitment to advancing healthcare innovation in the region extends beyond the READY 2025 Summit, with planned participation in the Hospital Association of South Africa (HASA) Conference and the PathRed Conference, reinforcing its dedication to fostering interoperability and collaboration across Africa.
