Let's Chat: Lessons from Estonia’s Health Revolution

In this interview, Birgit Lao, Director General of the Estonia Health Board, provides valuable insights into how Estonia has pioneered digital healthcare innovation. She explains the successful integration of the X-Road data exchange layer and the key challenges that were overcome during its implementation. Birgit also discusses the significant improvements in patient outcomes following the introduction of nationwide digital health records and e-prescriptions.

Learn about Estonia’s strategies to bridge the digital divide and ensure equitable access to healthcare services, and hear Birgit's advice for countries like Canada as they work to adopt digital healthcare innovations.