Innovation doesn’t always mean high budgets—it means being human-centred. In this episode, Dr. Eye Ngoa redefines what innovation looks like in rural healthcare, showing how simple, creative approaches can change lives.
From using music therapy to support patients dealing with trauma, depression, and oncology care, to leveraging digital tools and community-driven solutions, Dr. Ngoa highlights how healthcare can be healing, holistic, and deeply human.
We dive into:
How music became a form of therapy inspired by his grandmother.
Why low-cost, people-focused innovation matters more than expensive systems.
The challenges rural communities face in healthcare infrastructure—electricity, internet connectivity, and policy barriers.
The power of social media in amplifying rural health stories, building communities, and shaping healthcare narratives.
Ethics in digital health—fact-checking data, protecting patient privacy, and ensuring inclusive, culturally sensitive communication.
This episode is a timely reminder that rural health innovation is not just about technology—it’s about humanity, culture, and equity.