U.S. hospitals and health systems are increasingly looking to technology to address ongoing workforce challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic. A study found that over 80% of health system executives view technology as essential for tackling recruitment and retention issues, with almost 90% planning investments in new workforce technologies soon. ThriveAP, an educational platform from UPMC Enterprises, aims to accelerate the onboarding of new advanced practitioners through education and mentorship, and has gained support from a significant portion of health leaders. The research by KLAS Research and the CCM involved interviews with 27 executives, focusing on their priorities in improving clinical staffing through innovative solutions.

U.S. Hospitals Turn to Technology to Solve Workforce Challenges UPMC

University of Utah Health has achieved HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7, the highest level of electronic medical record adoption, reflecting its commitment to digital transformation and patient-centered care. This milestone was reached through an agile, clinician-focused IT strategy that prioritized collaboration between IT and clinical teams, enabling rapid innovation and improved workflows. CIO Donna Roach emphasized the importance of change management and aligning technology initiatives with clinical needs to enhance care delivery and operational efficiency.

University of Utah Health Revamps IT Strategy with Agile and Clinician Focus healthsystemCIO.com

During a recent House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled an ambitious initiative to equip every American with a wearable health device within four years. Kennedy posited that such wearables could serve as cost-effective alternatives to expensive medications, potentially reducing healthcare expenditures. This proposal aligns with his broader "Make America Healthy Again" agenda, which emphasizes preventive care and the reduction of chronic diseases through lifestyle interventions. However, the plan has sparked debate among lawmakers and health experts, who question its feasibility, the logistics of nationwide implementation, and the effectiveness of wearables in improving health outcomes. Critics also express concerns about data privacy and the potential for increased surveillance. Kennedy's push for widespread adoption of wearable technology marks a significant shift in public health strategy, aiming to leverage digital tools to promote individual health responsibility and potentially transform the healthcare landscape.

Kennedy Drives National Push for Affordable Wearable Health Tech Expansion Becker's Hospital Review

Sutter Health has partnered with Aidoc to integrate the latter's real-time AI operating system, aiOS™, into its healthcare network. This collaboration aims to enhance patient care by enabling quicker identification and response to critical health issues, such as strokes. The integration is intended to improve connectivity within healthcare services and empower medical staff with advanced tools to reduce the risk of missed diagnoses. Sutter Health has been named Aidoc's premier West Coast hub for clinical AI innovation, emphasizing its commitment to advancing healthcare through technology.

Sutter Health Partners with Aidoc to Revolutionize AI-Driven Patient Care Sutter Health

U.S. hospitals and health systems are increasingly looking to technology to address ongoing workforce challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic. A study found that over 80% of health system executives view technology as essential for tackling recruitment and retention issues, with almost 90% planning investments in new workforce technologies soon. ThriveAP, an educational platform from UPMC Enterprises, aims to accelerate the onboarding of new advanced practitioners through education and mentorship, and has gained support from a significant portion of health leaders. The research by KLAS Research and the CCM involved interviews with 27 executives, focusing on their priorities in improving clinical staffing through innovative solutions.

U.S. Hospitals Turn to Technology to Solve Workforce Challenges UPMC

University of Utah Health has achieved HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7, the highest level of electronic medical record adoption, reflecting its commitment to digital transformation and patient-centered care. This milestone was reached through an agile, clinician-focused IT strategy that prioritized collaboration between IT and clinical teams, enabling rapid innovation and improved workflows. CIO Donna Roach emphasized the importance of change management and aligning technology initiatives with clinical needs to enhance care delivery and operational efficiency.

University of Utah Health Revamps IT Strategy with Agile and Clinician Focus healthsystemCIO.com

During a recent House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled an ambitious initiative to equip every American with a wearable health device within four years. Kennedy posited that such wearables could serve as cost-effective alternatives to expensive medications, potentially reducing healthcare expenditures. This proposal aligns with his broader "Make America Healthy Again" agenda, which emphasizes preventive care and the reduction of chronic diseases through lifestyle interventions. However, the plan has sparked debate among lawmakers and health experts, who question its feasibility, the logistics of nationwide implementation, and the effectiveness of wearables in improving health outcomes. Critics also express concerns about data privacy and the potential for increased surveillance. Kennedy's push for widespread adoption of wearable technology marks a significant shift in public health strategy, aiming to leverage digital tools to promote individual health responsibility and potentially transform the healthcare landscape.

Kennedy Drives National Push for Affordable Wearable Health Tech Expansion Becker's Hospital Review

Sutter Health has partnered with Aidoc to integrate the latter's real-time AI operating system, aiOS™, into its healthcare network. This collaboration aims to enhance patient care by enabling quicker identification and response to critical health issues, such as strokes. The integration is intended to improve connectivity within healthcare services and empower medical staff with advanced tools to reduce the risk of missed diagnoses. Sutter Health has been named Aidoc's premier West Coast hub for clinical AI innovation, emphasizing its commitment to advancing healthcare through technology.

Sutter Health Partners with Aidoc to Revolutionize AI-Driven Patient Care Sutter Health