Digital health in 2021: A look back

The COVID-19 pandemic helped propel digital healthcare into the spotlight in 2020. But coming out of that momentous year, many questions remain about how healthcare will permanently change. Now at the tail end of 2021, we look back at how digital health has become a staple of the medical system.

Investor interest has continued, with more funding dollars pouring into the sector than ever before. While telehealth visits have evened out somewhat, usage rates are much higher than pre-pandemic levels. In 2021, the FAANG companies have also continued to show their interest in the intersection of health and technology. This month we look back at what happened in 2021 and what that means for the future.