Jan Makela

Chief Executive Officer of Imaging, Ge Healthcare

Search every verified Jan Makela interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Jan Makela, President and CEO of Imaging at GE Healthcare, discussed digital transformation in healthcare during a July 2022 podcast appearance. He described technology trends including 5G, artificial intelligence, and augmented reality as drivers of personalized care, and highlighted GE Healthcare's R&D center in India as a core competence for the company globally. Makela also noted the company's long history in medical devices, citing examples of GE equipment used across cardiology care pathways. Makela emphasized themes of accessibility, quality, and affordability in Indian healthcare, noting his visits to India over more than a decade. He mentioned GE Healthcare's manufacturing presence in India for over 30 years, including a joint venture with Wipro formed more than 25 years ago, and a recent investment in a fourth facility under the Indian government's production linked incentive scheme. He stated that many products sold globally were designed and produced in India.