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In this episode, Dr David Walcott, a Lincoln alumnus and founder of Novamed, discusses his journey from clinical medicine to creating impactful healthcare solutions in emerging markets.
The episode - hosted by acclaimed broadcaster and journalist Helen O’Hara - delves into healthcare's future, focusing on critical threats such as health inequity, aging populations, rising rates of depression, and antimicrobial resistance. Despite these threats, Walcott remains optimistic about the potential for game-changing advances in fields like gene editing, AI and other digital technologies to revolutionise medicine in the coming decades. Delving deeper, Walcott shares insights on overcoming the challenges of integrating high-tech solutions in resource-limited settings, emphasising the importance of sustainable, equitable health services. His narrative intertwines personal evolution with a broader vision for a healthier, more equitable global society. As with all episodes in the series, he concludes with advice for young people, our stewards of the future.
CREDITS:
The Future Unleashed is made possible through the generosity of Dr Sara Althari, an alumna of Lincoln College, who developed this series with Lincoln College.
Hosted by Helen O’Hara
Produced and edited by Rachael Buchanan
Camera by Julius Peacock
Music “Avrio” composed by Eunseog Lee
Graphics by Jemma Proctor at ONE Ltd
Photography by John Cairns
Thank you to Dr David Walcott. To find out more about him, please visit the Novamed website at www.novamedhea....