Navigating the Conflicting Interests of Digital Health Innovation and Business Advancement

Healthcare attorney Shalyn Watkins joined an episode of the American Health Law Association's (AHLA) Speaking of Health Law podcast for an informative conversation on how to advise clients who are operating or interested in entering the digital health space. Drawing on an article Ms. Watkins co-authored for the AHLA with fellow Holland & Knight Healthcare attorneys Mason Borneman and Harshita Rathore, the episode begins by tackling one of the central complicating factors when it comes to digital health: defining it. Given that this space runs the gamut from short telehealth interactions to the lengthy processes of developing advanced medical technology or incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into diagnostic tools, effectively counseling organizations poses challenges for lawyers. Ms. Watkins, alongside Ara Governance Advisory Founder Selena Evans, talks about implementation procedures, data privacy and security policies, litigation trends and ethical issues. The two also cover the biggest mistakes they've observed from clients in leveraging AI and call out the importance of using critical judgment when evaluating AI use. The podcast provides helpful tips and strategies for attorneys looking to help their clients succeed in the expanding digital health ecosystem.

Duration: 51:21