Lynx.MD is now Latica: A New Healthcare Ecosystem for Advanced Collaboration

We are excited to announce that Lynx.MD is now Latica! When we founded the company in 2019 we established a mission to transform the healthcare industry by providing the best-in-class secure data ecosystem, where data scientists leverage clinical and operational data to create innovative solutions that drive value and impact. While our mission remains unchanged, our new name reflects an expanded vision to transform the healthcare industry through the power of data and collaboration.

The name “Latica” embodies our vision and values, drawing inspiration from the interconnectedness and strength of a lattice structure. It represents the foundation of our company—a robust and interconnected network that amplifies healthcare data’s potential and fosters seamless collaboration. Additionally, derived from the Latin term “latus,” meaning “broad” or “wide,” it signifies our dedication to delving into the depths of previously inaccessible data to expand healthcare knowledge by unlocking the wealth of untapped data hidden within isolated infrastructures.

At the core of Latica’s founding lies an unwavering belief in the transformative power of data-driven insights. Recognizing the need for collaboration and synergy among various healthcare stakeholders, Latica set out to create an advanced platform that effortlessly connects healthcare providers, bio, medtech and other research organizations to advance medicine through data. This innovative ecosystem fosters collaboration, knowledge exchange, and shared discoveries, powered by state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and natural language capabilities.

By harnessing the collective expertise within this interconnected network, Latica aims to drive breakthroughs in medical research, optimize treatment protocols, and catalyze transformative changes in healthcare delivery.

With our cutting-edge platform, healthcare organizations gain secure access to a centralized, permissioned, controlled environment where they can confidently share data to advance new developments in healthcare.

Our platform empowers collaborative analytics, research, and development while prioritizing security and patient privacy. By integrating advanced data analytics, machine learning, and natural language processing, Latica extracts valuable insights from both structured and unstructured data, enabling providers and researchers to drive transformative advancements.

Data investigators benefit immensely from Latica’s platform, gaining unparalleled access to diverse datasets that accelerate discoveries and foster groundbreaking advancements. They can explore new frontiers of knowledge, uncover hidden patterns that pave the way for new therapies and improved patient care.

In addition to the ability to contribute data for medical research, healthcare administrators gain powerful tools that can be used to optimize resource allocation, streamline operations, and improve overall efficiency in healthcare delivery. With enhanced visibility and insights, administrators can make informed decisions that positively impact patient outcomes while optimizing the utilization of resources.

By spearheading this transformative journey, we empower providers and researchers to unlock the full potential of interconnected data, revolutionizing healthcare and improving the lives of all.
At Latica, we firmly believe in the transformative power of data. We are dedicated to forging strong partnerships, combining our expertise with yours to unlock endless possibilities. Together, let’s pave the way for a better healthcare future informed by data.

Sincerely,
The Latica Team

About Latica

Latica (formerly Lynx.MD) delivers a transformative healthcare data ecosystem that accelerates medical research through secure collaboration and advanced insights. Founded by a visionary team of healthcare and technology innovators, Latica’s best-in-class data network empowers providers, researchers, and life science organizations to unlock actionable insights from high-quality, high-impact structured and unstructured data. Committed to driving breakthroughs in healthcare innovation and care delivery, Latica’s network is improving outcomes and shaping the future of medicine.

AI Is Doomed Without Data

Recapping Latica CEO Omer Dror ViVE 2024 Tech Talk

Omer Dror, co-founder and CEO of Latica, presented “Data & AI: How to Overcome Data Gaps To Deliver on the Promise of AI in Healthcare.” at ViVE 2024. Dror argued that while the promise of AI in healthcare is significant, there are substantial challenges with data fragmentation, availability, and a lack of collaboration that hinder progress.

Key Takeaways

  • Data fragmentation and scarcity hinder the development of accurate AI models in healthcare.
  • Collaboration and data sharing across healthcare providers are crucial for overcoming this hurdle.
  • Secure data-sharing platforms like Latica‘s Trusted Data Environment can facilitate collaboration while ensuring privacy.
  • Widespread participation in data sharing is essential to achieve AI’s potential in healthcare and ensure health equity.

Data: The Fuel for AI Innovation

Dror highlighted the vast amount of data collected in healthcare, emphasizing that 30% of the world’s data originates from this sector. However, a significant portion of this data is unstructured and not leveraged due to fragmentation across various healthcare providers and healthcare platforms. This fragmentation makes it difficult to aggregate data for analysis and make available for AI model development.

The Challenge of Data Fragmentation

Dror explained that the fragmented nature of the US healthcare system creates challenges in collecting data across a patient’s journey. Each healthcare provider collects data specific to their touchpoint, resulting in a scattered data landscape. This fragmentation makes it challenging to create accurate predictions for various patient populations because a single healthcare system often lacks sufficient data to inform for specific conditions.

Collaboration is Key

Dror emphasized the importance of data sharing and collaboration between healthcare providers, organizations and industry. He cited research from OpenAI demonstrating the exponential increase in data size required for marginal improvements in AI model accuracy. To achieve the necessary level of accuracy for AI in healthcare, collaboration and the secure sharing of structured and unstructured data is essential.

The Role of Latica

Latica offers a Trusted Data Environment that facilitates data sharing while maintaining control and privacy. The Latica solution enables data ingestion, modeling, and de-identification to ensure secure collaboration within the healthcare ecosystem. This approach allows researchers and AI developers to access data for analysis without compromising patient privacy.

Call to Action: Collaborate with Data

Dror concluded his talk by urging the audience to participate in data collaborations. He emphasized that sharing data securely while preserving patient privacy is crucial to unlocking the true potential of AI in healthcare. Without real-world data AI is doomed to provide inadequate results. He acknowledged the challenges of data cleaning and bias inherent in data collection but stressed that collaboration is necessary to address these issues and achieve health equity through widespread AI deployment.

About Latica

Latica (formerly Lynx.MD) delivers a transformative healthcare data ecosystem that accelerates medical research through secure collaboration and advanced insights. Founded by a visionary team of healthcare and technology innovators, Latica’s best-in-class data network empowers providers, researchers, and life science organizations to unlock actionable insights from high-quality, high-impact structured and unstructured data. Committed to driving breakthroughs in healthcare innovation and care delivery, Latica’s network is improving outcomes and shaping the future of medicine.

Finding insights in the under examined middle gray areas

As a  gastroenterologist, I’ve witnessed firsthand the profound impact that effective communication can have on patient care. In our field, where every symptom and detail holds significance, the art of asking the right questions is paramount. Traditional binary inquiries, ie. do you feel better today, fall short in capturing the complexity of gastrointestinal issues and their broader implications for patient health and potential to inform research.

Consider a patient presenting with symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Asking a binary question such as “Do you have abdominal pain?” merely scratches the surface of their experience. By delving deeper and probing for details about the nature, severity, and triggers of their symptoms, I can glean invaluable insights that inform diagnostic evaluations and guide personalized treatment plans.

Moreover, the broader context of a patient’s health is equally essential in managing gastrointestinal conditions effectively. Binary inquiries about diet and lifestyle habits overlook the intricate interplay of factors influencing digestive function. engaging in open-ended conversations and exploring the patient’s dietary preferences, stress levels, and medical history, I can uncover underlying triggers and develop targeted interventions that address the root cause of their symptoms.

Importantly, these non-binary conversational insights are not only critical for individual patient care but also hold significant implications for advancing research in gastroenterology. By capturing the rich nuances of patient experiences, we can identify patterns, trends, and novel therapeutic targets that drive innovation and improve outcomes for all individuals affected by gastrointestinal conditions.

In this era of technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) have emerged as powerful tools in harnessing the wealth of data generated through patient-provider interactions. Natural language processing algorithms enable researchers to analyze unstructured conversational data, uncovering hidden insights that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. By leveraging AI and LLMs, researchers can accelerate the pace of discovery, facilitate knowledge dissemination, and ultimately, transform the landscape of gastroenterological care.

As an industry we have to recognize the imperative of moving beyond binary questioning and embracing a more nuanced approach to patient-centered communication. Harnessing the insights gleaned from these conversations and leveraging cutting-edge technology, we can  enhance individual patient care and  drive meaningful advancements in gastroenterological research.  Navigating the gray areas between black-and-white answers, we can lay the groundwork for a future where every patient is provided with personalized, evidence-based care tailored to their distinct needs and experiences.

About Latica

Latica (formerly Lynx.MD) delivers a transformative healthcare data ecosystem that accelerates medical research through secure collaboration and advanced insights. Founded by a visionary team of healthcare and technology innovators, Latica’s best-in-class data network empowers providers, researchers, and life science organizations to unlock actionable insights from high-quality, high-impact structured and unstructured data. Committed to driving breakthroughs in healthcare innovation and care delivery, Latica’s network is improving outcomes and shaping the future of medicine.