Transformation in Health Care

This edited book discusses the new technologies and innovations on the horizon. Transformation in healthcare is often focused on technology and digitalization, but it's always a combination of technology and humans, akin to a team play. How can digitalization in healthcare propel us forward, and what types of interactions with teams and patients are possible in the future? The transformative nature of new technologies, products, services, procedures, and organizations will shape the future of healthcare and business models. The book also explains why management skills must be developed to meet the needs of customers and patients in the upcoming decade.

Dr. Pantea Pape is a head physician in neurology with many years of experience in both neurology and psychiatry. Currently serving as the Medical Director of the Cellitinnen Krankenhaus St. Marien and Head Physician at the Neurological Therapy Center (NTC) in Cologne (Germany), she also teaches interdisciplinary teamwork and neurorehabilitation at the Fresenius University of Applied Sciences. Dr. Pape's particular interests lie in the treatment of patients with post-COVID syndrome, stroke, Parkinson's disease, and dementia in acute and rehabilitation clinics. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Cologne and is a specialist in neurology, rehabilitation, physical therapy, balneology, and traffic medicine.

Dr. Guido Lerzynski, MSc MBA, has over a decade of experience managing acute and rehabilitation hospitals. Currently serving as the chief executive director of the Cellitinnen St. Marien-Hospital Cologne, the St. Marien Ambulatory Care Centre, the Neurological Therapy Centre (NTC), and the private Kuniberts Hospital, he is also an authorized representative of the Cellitinnen Hospital Association (Germany). Dr. Lerzynski teaches medical and quality management as a senior lecturer at FOM and SRH University of Applied Sciences. His expertise lies in evaluating outcome measures in acute and rehabilitation hospitals. He holds degrees in Medicine and Public Health from the University of Edinburgh and Düsseldorf University, as well as an MBA in General Management.

Dr. Patrick Glauner is a Full Professor of Artificial Intelligence at Deggendorf Institute of Technology in Germany. Since the age of 30, he has been recognized by CDO Magazine and Global AI Hub as one of the world's leading academic data experts. Dr. Glauner is also the Founder & CEO of skyrocket.ai GmbH, an AI consulting firm. He has advised the parliaments of France, Germany, and Luxembourg as an expert witness and regularly provides counsel to international, European, federal, state, and local politicians. Dr. Glauner has authored five books on various aspects of technology and innovation and has been featured in national and international media. He holds degrees from Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, Imperial College London, Quantic School of Business and Technology, and the University of Luxembourg.

Julia Plugmann is a physician with extensive experience in internal medicine, neurology, and cardiology. After working full-time in hospitals for several years, she is currently practicing in a clinic in Cologne (Germany). She has co-edited a book on innovations in the healthcare system and has presented research results at various conferences, including the "User and Innovation Conference" at Harvard Business School in 2014. 

Prof. Dr. Dr. Philipp Plugmann has practiced as a dentist in his own clinic in Leverkusen (Germany) for the past 25 years while also engaging in multidisciplinary work. He is currently a full Professor of Interdisciplinary Periodontology and Prevention at SRH University of Applied Health Sciences in Cologne (Germany). Prof. Plugmann has authored multiple books and publications on innovation in medical technology, and his work has been recognized internationally. He holds degrees in Health Care Management, Business Innovation, and Periodontology and Implant Therapy. Prof. Plugmann is a sought-after research speaker and advisor to various companies in the life science and healthcare sectors. Additionally, he serves as Chair Professor for Sustainability and CSR at WOXSEN University in Hyderabad, India, since 2022.