​According to Stoltenberg Consulting's Health IT Industry Outlook Report, healthcare IT leaders are prioritizing resource optimization in response to administrative and funding changes. The report finds that 39% of surveyed CIOs identify retaining and budgeting for qualified IT resources as their greatest operational challenge. Additionally, 62% emphasize maximizing return on existing IT investments. To address workforce concerns, 50% of CIOs prioritize clinician education and workflow optimization, while 35% note frustrations with onboarding and continuous technology training. Artificial intelligence and machine learning continue to be focal points, with 46% of respondents highlighting their significance, and 23% of hospitals are directing IT investments toward cybersecurity, privacy, and risk management measures.

Health IT Report Reveals 2025 Trends: Focus on Resource Optimization and AI Stoltenberg Healthcare

A recent House hearing addressed the cybersecurity vulnerabilities of medical devices, particularly older models that may not comply with current standards. Rep. Gary Palmer emphasized the risks associated with aging technology and outdated software, noting that security issues have been highlighted by the FDA's warnings regarding patient monitors susceptible to unauthorized control. Concerns were raised about the impact of recent staff cuts at the FDA on its ability to enforce cybersecurity standards, with Rep. Yvette Clarke criticizing previous reductions that diminish the agency’s capacity to evaluate compliance with mandated improvements. Cybersecurity experts stressed the importance of a well-resourced workforce at the FDA to adapt to evolving cybersecurity threats in the medical device landscape.

House Hearing Exposes Critical Cybersecurity Risks in Medical Devices MedPage Today

City of Hope, a cancer treatment center in California, is set to revamp its technology strategy with the appointment of Simon Nazarian as executive vice president and chief digital and technology officer. Bringing extensive IT leadership experience from Optum and Kaiser Permanente, Nazarian plans to enhance patient experiences through better access to treatments and clinical trials, using data-driven insights. He aims to prioritize patient-centered innovations by updating existing processes and leveraging collaborations to improve healthcare delivery, including enhancements in infrastructure and the integration of AI to optimize operations.

City of Hope Revamps Tech Strategy to Elevate Patient Care Experience Becker's Hospital Review

The Trump administration's decision to terminate funding for the Patient Safety Network (PSNet) has raised significant concerns among healthcare professionals regarding its impact on patient safety initiatives. PSNet, part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has been pivotal in reducing medical errors through research and information sharing. The funding cut followed HHS's announcement of workforce reductions and agency mergers, prompting critics to question the administration's commitment to enhancing federal health program research. Experts, including former PSNet co-editor Dr. Patrick Romano, noted that while the site will remain active, it will no longer be updated, leading to worries about the loss of a crucial resource for fostering transparency and learning in healthcare practices.

Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Vital Patient Safety Network Inside Medicine

​According to Stoltenberg Consulting's Health IT Industry Outlook Report, healthcare IT leaders are prioritizing resource optimization in response to administrative and funding changes. The report finds that 39% of surveyed CIOs identify retaining and budgeting for qualified IT resources as their greatest operational challenge. Additionally, 62% emphasize maximizing return on existing IT investments. To address workforce concerns, 50% of CIOs prioritize clinician education and workflow optimization, while 35% note frustrations with onboarding and continuous technology training. Artificial intelligence and machine learning continue to be focal points, with 46% of respondents highlighting their significance, and 23% of hospitals are directing IT investments toward cybersecurity, privacy, and risk management measures.

Health IT Report Reveals 2025 Trends: Focus on Resource Optimization and AI Stoltenberg Healthcare

A recent House hearing addressed the cybersecurity vulnerabilities of medical devices, particularly older models that may not comply with current standards. Rep. Gary Palmer emphasized the risks associated with aging technology and outdated software, noting that security issues have been highlighted by the FDA's warnings regarding patient monitors susceptible to unauthorized control. Concerns were raised about the impact of recent staff cuts at the FDA on its ability to enforce cybersecurity standards, with Rep. Yvette Clarke criticizing previous reductions that diminish the agency’s capacity to evaluate compliance with mandated improvements. Cybersecurity experts stressed the importance of a well-resourced workforce at the FDA to adapt to evolving cybersecurity threats in the medical device landscape.

House Hearing Exposes Critical Cybersecurity Risks in Medical Devices MedPage Today

City of Hope, a cancer treatment center in California, is set to revamp its technology strategy with the appointment of Simon Nazarian as executive vice president and chief digital and technology officer. Bringing extensive IT leadership experience from Optum and Kaiser Permanente, Nazarian plans to enhance patient experiences through better access to treatments and clinical trials, using data-driven insights. He aims to prioritize patient-centered innovations by updating existing processes and leveraging collaborations to improve healthcare delivery, including enhancements in infrastructure and the integration of AI to optimize operations.

City of Hope Revamps Tech Strategy to Elevate Patient Care Experience Becker's Hospital Review

The Trump administration's decision to terminate funding for the Patient Safety Network (PSNet) has raised significant concerns among healthcare professionals regarding its impact on patient safety initiatives. PSNet, part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has been pivotal in reducing medical errors through research and information sharing. The funding cut followed HHS's announcement of workforce reductions and agency mergers, prompting critics to question the administration's commitment to enhancing federal health program research. Experts, including former PSNet co-editor Dr. Patrick Romano, noted that while the site will remain active, it will no longer be updated, leading to worries about the loss of a crucial resource for fostering transparency and learning in healthcare practices.

Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Vital Patient Safety Network Inside Medicine