US-based healthcare company Tanner Health has partnered with Briya to create the Briya/Tanner Network for clinical research.

This patient data network aims to enhance healthcare research and clinical innovation by providing secure access to real-world data (RWD).

The collaboration was made possible through Healthliant Ventures, Tanner Health's innovation division.

It combines Briya's secure data access platform with Tanner's patient network, showcasing a commitment to revolutionising healthcare through new data solutions that connect healthcare research with clinical practice.

Briya co-founder and CEO David Lazerson said: "This partnership exemplifies our mission to unlock the power of real-world data to support critical healthcare research, while maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security.

"Integrating our platform with Tanner Health can create new pathways for clinicians and researchers to access meaningful insights that accelerate innovation and significantly improve patient care."

The network signifies a significant leap forward in health data interoperability, showcasing the potential of technology to improve healthcare delivery models.

Through the collaboration, Briya will be able to create an interconnected database network that can enhance patient care, expedite medical research, and refine treatment protocols across various healthcare environments.

Tanner Health president and CEO Loy Howard said: "We are delighted to partner with Briya on this initiative that will further establish Tanner as a leader in data-driven healthcare.

"With a history of excellence serving the people of west Georgia and east Alabama, this will further our mission to improve outcomes for our patients while contributing to broader advancements in the health innovation landscape."

Briya's AI-driven platform facilitates secure access to de-identified RWD, while ensuring rigorous adherence to security and privacy standards.

Tanner Health operates five hospitals and facilitates over three million patient interactions each year, granting Briya's platform access to a varied patient demographic.