Precision Medicine

Also called personalized medicine, this evolving field makes use of an individual’s genes, lifestyle, environment and other factors to identify unique disease risks and guide treatment decision-making.
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New Datalux medical computers announced

WINCHESTER, Va. – Datalux Corporation introduces two new 24-inch medical all-in-one computers - the Datalux IPIX LT24 and the Datalux Alpha AC24.

Proposed legislation requires proof of DOD-VA interoperability

New legislation would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide evidence of its EHR's interoperability with the Department of Defense EHR before healthcare funds are released to the agency, according to an ExecutiveGov report.

CMS announces new payment model for nursing facilities

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced it will test whether a new payment model for nursing facilities and practitioners will further reduce avoidable hospitalizations, lower combined Medicare and Medicaid spending, and improve the quality of care received by nursing facility residents.

Allscripts, GI Partners acquire Netsmart

GI Partners, a middle market private equity firm, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Netsmart Technologies in partnership with Allscripts Healthcare Solutions.

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New MR applications from Siemens Healthcare launched to provide greater efficiency in neurology departments

Siemens Healthcare has launched a range of new MR applications to help hospitals reduce the time needed for MR imaging within neurology. It is estimated that 20 to 25 per cent of all MR examinations are neurological, with the number expected to grow in 20161. The applications have therefore been designed to help organisations increase patient throughput in order to maintain an efficient workflow. 

Northwell hosting open vote for winning innovation

Northwell Health is holding an open vote to decide which of three innovations will receive $100,000 in research funding.

Apple's CareKit offers software platform for health apps

Apple has unveiled CareKit, a new software framework designed to help developers enable people to actively manage their own medical conditions.

Senate bill offers provisions for Precision Medicine Initiative

A bill introduced in the Senate would "provide for the implementation of" the Precision Medicine Initiative.

Around the web

RBMA President Peter Moffatt discusses some of the biggest obstacles facing the specialty in the new year. 

Mark Isenberg, executive vice president of Zotec Partners, discusses key developments that will reshape the specialty this year. 

The tirzepatide shortage that first began in 2022 has been resolved. Drug companies distributing compounded versions of the popular drug now have two to three more months to distribute their remaining supply.