🎙️ What if your identity could seamlessly follow you through every healthcare experience? In this episode of HIT Like a Girl, hosts Demi Radeva and Shriya Palekar sit down with a visionary healthcare expert to explore how reusable networked identities are transforming the patient experience. Drawing parallels to their groundbreaking work in secure identity verification at airports, Shriya explains how this innovative approach can streamline healthcare processes, improve efficiency, and empower patients. The conversation dives into: The potential of reusable identities to enhance interoperability and reduce administrative burdens. How policy shifts under the new administration could shape the future of healthcare technology. The transformative impact of the 21st Century Cures Act on patient data access and consent management. The critical role of women in healthcare leadership and the need for diverse perspectives in driving innovation. 💡 This episode is a masterclass in how technology can bridge gaps between patients, providers, and policymakers—while putting control back in the hands of consumers. Key Moments: ⏱️ 00:47 | Vision for a Networked Identity in Healthcare ⏱️ 01:17 | Policy Shifts and Their Impact on the Industry ⏱️ 03:46 | Balancing Provider and Patient Perspectives ⏱️ 04:38 | Identity Verification and Consent Management ⏱️ 05:22 | How the 21st Century Cures Act is Changing the Game ⏱️ 06:17 | Empowering Women in Healthcare Leadership ⏱️ 07:23 | A Message to Policymakers: Prioritize Expertise and Nuance 🎧 Tune in to discover how reusable networked identities are paving the way for a more connected, efficient, and patient-centered healthcare system. Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in healthcare innovation, patient empowerment, and the intersection of technology and policy. The guest’s insights offer a roadmap for creating a healthcare system that works for everyone—patients, providers, and policymakers alike.