Jessica Ching, an entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, has dedicated her career to pioneering healthcare innovations. With a deep-rooted passion for revolutionizing healthcare, Jessica also brings a unique perspective to the industry as she lives with type 1 diabetes. Her personal journey with diabetes has fueled her commitment to understanding and advancing technological solutions that improve diabetes care for patients like herself.
“We all know it’s important to be at the doctor’s office, but that’s a very small percentage of our time. If you can have results and follow ups and treatments in everyday [care], that’s even better. That is really the goal of technology,” Jessica says.
Simplifying Diabetes Management with LumineticsCore
An estimated 500 million people worldwide live with diabetes. For many, managing diabetes often involves invasive procedures and extensive monitoring, such as frequent blood draws, insulin injections, and physical examinations, which can be daunting and time-intensive for patients.
One critical aspect of diabetes management is the need for regular eye exams to look for signs of diabetic retinopathy, a common complication of diabetes and a leading cause of blindness in working-age adults. Traditionally, this exam requires a visit to a specialist, which can be inconvenient and time-consuming for many patients.
To help address this, LumineticsCore™, Digital Diagnostics’ AI-powered solution, offers a non-invasive diabetic retinopathy eye exam that integrates seamlessly into primary care settings. As an advocate for groundbreaking healthcare solutions, Jessica was excited to undergo a LumineticsCore exam, as it aligns with the innovations she has dedicated her career to advancing.
“To be honest with you, technologies like this are long overdue, so I’m really thrilled to see it happening,” Jessica says. “It was not only non-invasive, but the LumineticsCore exam was very non-intrusive. You just walk into an office, sit down, and put your chin in the rest. Then they push a few buttons, and you get the results. So, it was very convenient, comforting, and non-threatening.”
Immediate Results Can Improve Patient Outcomes
LumineticsCore leverages cutting-edge AI technology to deliver diagnostic results during the patient encounter. This immediate access to exam results reduces the need for follow-up appointments, extra paperwork, or record requests—everything patients need is right in front of them.
“I really loved being able to see the results of the LumineticsCore exam right away. They printed a picture for me. I had it in my hands. I could refer to it. I could make a note on it. I could ask questions based on what I saw on the paper. So that was really great. There was no waiting at all,” Jessica recalls.
Instant Diagnoses, Long-Term Benefits
The point-of-care diagnosis LumineticsCore provides isn’t just convenient – it’s transformative for patients’ long-term care management. With immediate access to results right after the exam, no additional steps or extra follow-ups are needed for the initial diagnosis. Should a patient test positive, they will be referred to an eye care specialist. This ensures patients understand the next steps in their care plan, making it a seamless and efficient experience.
“It’s basically instantaneous and that’s when it’s top of mind and you’re motivated to go out and do something,” Jessica explains.
Bringing Innovation Directly to Patient Care
By integrating the eye exam for diabetes into primary care, LumineticsCore helps reduce the healthcare burden on patients and broadens access to essential diagnostic services.
“I think technology that’s this easy could be extended to a lot of people, to everyone really,” Jessica says. “It takes into account my needs and my convenience. And I think that’s really, really a great thing. I hope to see a lot more innovations and breakthroughs in the medical field like this.”
This technology makes a tangible difference—enabling patients like Jessica to manage their health effectively without interfering with their daily routines. It’s not just about innovation; it’s about improving the quality of life for the millions of people living with diabetes.
Learn More About Jessica’s Story and LumineticsCore
For more insights into how LumineticsCore has helped simplify Jessica’s healthcare routine, watch Jessica’s full interview.
Learn more about LumineticsCore, our AI-powered diagnostic solution for diabetic retinopathy.