Technology Overview

A suite of technologies under the umbrella of Learning Health Networks (LHNs), aimed at transforming the healthcare system into a dynamic learning environment. Over the past 25 years, CCHMC has pioneered a network organizational model that aligns healthcare participants around the common goal of improving health outcomes. This system is built on transparency, collaborative learning, and a flexible framework that encourages team collaboration through standardized processes, including privacy protection and regulatory compliance. The Agent-Based Model (ABM) complements the LHN framework by simulating network dynamics, offering actionable insights for network optimization, and enhancing decision-making processes. This integration of technology and organizational model represents a groundbreaking step towards actualizing a Learning Healthcare System.

Applications

The LHN suite, inclusive of the ABM, is pivotal for healthcare institutions, researchers, and clinicians seeking to engage in evidence-based care and drive discovery from clinical encounters. Its applications range from improving patient care to facilitating research and providing a shared platform for resource distribution and collaborative problem-solving.

Advantages

• Promotes transparency and collaborative learning in healthcare delivery.
  • Includes a pioneering ABM for optimizing network functionality and outcomes.
  • Enhances the capacity for evidence-based decision-making and quality improvement.
  • Aligns with the vision of the National Academy of Sciences for a Learning Healthcare System.

Market Overview

The demand for integrated healthcare solutions that promote collaborative learning and patient-centered care is increasing. The LHN suite addresses this need, presenting a significant market opportunity in healthcare systems, academic institutions, and technology companies focusing on healthcare innovation.

Investigator Overview

Micheal Seid and David Hartley