Digital Transformation

This evolution of healthcare involves using technology to improve diagnosis, treatments, monitor patients, enhance hospital operations and culture, and bolster consumer-focused care. This includes virtual reality tools, wearable devices, workflow software, health apps and other digital health tools.

About that bipartisan $32B ‘roadmap’ for AI policy: What’s in it for healthcare?
This week Washington took a major step toward nailing down a solid game plan on federal AI spending for everything outside of defense.
Almost 80% of knowledge workers bring their own GenAI to work
Around the world, 3 of 4 workers who routinely handle information are now using generative AI on the job. And almost half of them are new to the technology, having begun using it only over the past half-year.
Key trends in enterprise imaging
Radiology is going though a period of disruption with a growing radiologist shortage, decreasing reimbursements and increasing numbers of exams, making workflow efficiency a critical concern.
So much healthcare data, so many missed opportunities
Four of five hospital leaders trust the accuracy of their institution’s data. Yet almost half of useable data gets underutilized if not completely untapped for guiding business and clinical decisions.
Biden Administration itemizes AI accomplishments to date
Half a year after President Biden officially directed federal agencies in the executive branch’s bailiwick to “seize the promise and manage the risks” of AI, the White House has posted a status report.

Ami Bhatt, MD, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Chief Innovation Officer, and an Adult Congenital Heart Disease cardiologist at Mass General Hospital (MGH). She is viewed one of the national experts on telecardiology, having been the former director of telecardiology at Mass General during 2020-2021.

VIDEO: American College of Cardiology working to propel cardiovascular innovation

Ami Bhatt, MD, explained how the ACC is working to advance new technologies that can improve patient care.

March 18, 2022

The public health emergency enacted during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic will continue past January 2023.

Digital tools can accelerate the integration of physical, behavioral health services, AMA says

COVID-19 has worsened the nation's decades-long behavioral health crisis, but a new report from the American Medical Association and others highlights strategies to improve access.

February 22, 2022

Sectra PACS was named Best in KLAS in 2022 based on customer feedback.

Hospitals share top health IT vendors to work with in the Best in KLAS 2022 list

KLAS Research's 2022 report covers more than 1,000 health IT informatics solutions focused on EMRs, staffing, revenue cycle management, patient portals, and more.

February 17, 2022

Health-tech companies back new legislation introduced to modernize ‘outdated’ health privacy laws

Teladoc Health, IBM, Epic and others all support the bipartisan Health Data Use and Privacy Commission Act.

February 16, 2022

Blockchain-based health data exchange firm Avaneer Health secures $50M in seed funding

Aetna, Anthem and the Cleveland Clinic are among those investing in the Chicago-based venture, the company announced.

January 14, 2022

Healthcare giants invest $200M in digital health benefits startup Transcarent

The Palo Alto, California-based company has now raised nearly $300 million and is reportedly valued at close to $1.6 billion.

January 12, 2022

Hackers break into Florida healthcare giant’s network, gaining access to data on 1.3 million people

Approximately 473 of the breach victims live in Maine, according to a document recently submitted to the Office of the Maine Attorney General.

January 4, 2022

Most healthcare executives have an AI strategy but only half have implemented it

Optum surveyed more than 500 senior health execs from top hospitals, health plans, employers and other organizations for its fourth annual survey.

December 20, 2021

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AI in Healthcare

About that bipartisan $32B ‘roadmap’ for AI policy: What’s in it for healthcare?

This week Washington took a major step toward nailing down a solid game plan on federal AI spending for everything outside of defense.

Cardiovascular Business

FDA announces new recall of delivery catheters after patient’s death

The recall includes specific lots of five different medical devices used to treat stroke and other neurovascular diseases.

Cardiovascular Business

FDA warns against use of troubled heart devices, citing ‘continued concerns’ after multiple recalls

The agency is urging healthcare providers to transition away from these devices and seek out alternatives. It is even working with other manufacturers to try and get similar products on the market as quickly as possible.