TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE, ONE VIRTUAL VISIT AT A TIME
Gary Mudie, CIO, Babylon Health Gary Mudie is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Babylon Health, a UK-based digital healthcare provider that offers virtual consultations with doctors and healthcare professionals. With his expertise in IT and healthcare technology, Gary has played a critical role in the growth and success of Babylon Health. In this CIO Insider, we explore Gary's journey at Babylon Health and his insights into the future of digital healthcare.
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abylon Health is a leading digital healthcare company that aims to make quality healthcare accessible to everyone, anytime and anywhere. Through their innovative digital platform, they offer a wide range of healthcare services including virtual consultations with licensed doctors, health assessments, chronic disease management, and much more. Their mission is to empower people to take control of their health and wellbeing by providing them with convenient and affordable healthcare solutions. With a team of experienced healthcare professionals and cuttingedge technology, Babylon Health is revolutionizing the way healthcare is delivered and creating a brighter future for healthcare around the world.
Can you tell us about your journey at Babylon Health and how you became CIO? I joined Babylon Health in 2017 as the CIO, bringing a wealth of experience in IT and technology leadership
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roles. Before joining Babylon, I worked as Barclays Africa's CIO and the Global Head of Infrastructure at Standard Bank. At Babylon, I oversee the company's technology strategy, including product development, IT infrastructure, data security, and regulatory compliance. It's been an exciting journey, and I'm proud to be part of a team transforming the healthcare industry.
What are some of the technology initiatives you've led at Babylon Health? One of the most significant initiatives I've led is the development of the Babylon App, which offers patients a range of healthcare services, including virtual consultations with doctors, mental health support, and chronic disease management. We've also expanded our reach by establishing partnerships with several global healthcare providers, including Prudential and Telus Health. In 2019, we launched our AI-powered triage system, which uses natural language processing and
