Winter Storm Blair has caused significant disruption to health systems in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, leading to many clinic closures and the postponement of elective procedures. Beginning January 5, the storm impacted regions from Kansas to New Jersey, with severe snowfall, particularly in Kansas City where over 11 inches fell. States including Arkansas, Kansas, and Maryland declared states of emergency in response to the storm, which also left more than 318,000 people without power. Health facilities like Beebe Healthcare in Delaware adapted by closing physical locations while still providing virtual consultations and maintaining emergency services.

Winter Storm Blair Disrupts Health Services Across Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Becker's Hospital Review

As the deadline for 2025 nears, Crystal Broj, Chief Digital Transformation Officer at Medical University of South Carolina, stresses that digital transformation in health systems should prioritize substantial changes that enhance patient outcomes and clinician experiences. She outlines three critical areas for focus: ensuring strategic alignment with organizational goals; enhancing both patient and provider experiences through qualitative measures; and emphasizing scalability and sustainability of digital initiatives. Broj raises an important consideration for the future—how health systems will evaluate their success in digital transformation by 2027.

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The FDA is set to publish new draft guidance on January 7 aimed at developers of AI-enabled medical devices, offering recommendations for marketing submissions and regulatory oversight throughout the product life cycle. This guidance represents a comprehensive framework for the management of these devices, emphasizing the importance of early and continuous engagement between developers and the agency. It builds on previous guidance regarding change control for AI and machine learning components, which helps facilitate device updates without requiring new marketing submissions. The FDA's initiative also focuses on ensuring transparency and addressing bias in AI systems, providing developers with essential resources for navigating the complexities of integrating AI in healthcare.

FDA Unveils Groundbreaking Guidance for AI-Enabled Medical Devices Healthcare IT News

In this article, Sue Schade reflects on a piece written for Becker’s Hospital Review in which Michael Dowling, President and CEO of Northwell Health, outlines six critical priorities for healthcare leaders in light of the recent political shifts following the November 5th election. He emphasizes the necessity of positivity, truthfulness, and support for access to care while urging leaders to combat misinformation and uphold core values such as decency and integrity. Dowling stresses that preserving trust in scientific advancements is crucial for maintaining credibility during a time of change, and he calls on healthcare leaders to foster unity and serve as role models within their communities.

Healthcare Leaders Urged to Embrace Truth and Values Post-Election sueschade.com

Winter Storm Blair has caused significant disruption to health systems in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, leading to many clinic closures and the postponement of elective procedures. Beginning January 5, the storm impacted regions from Kansas to New Jersey, with severe snowfall, particularly in Kansas City where over 11 inches fell. States including Arkansas, Kansas, and Maryland declared states of emergency in response to the storm, which also left more than 318,000 people without power. Health facilities like Beebe Healthcare in Delaware adapted by closing physical locations while still providing virtual consultations and maintaining emergency services.

Winter Storm Blair Disrupts Health Services Across Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Becker's Hospital Review

As the deadline for 2025 nears, Crystal Broj, Chief Digital Transformation Officer at Medical University of South Carolina, stresses that digital transformation in health systems should prioritize substantial changes that enhance patient outcomes and clinician experiences. She outlines three critical areas for focus: ensuring strategic alignment with organizational goals; enhancing both patient and provider experiences through qualitative measures; and emphasizing scalability and sustainability of digital initiatives. Broj raises an important consideration for the future—how health systems will evaluate their success in digital transformation by 2027.

"Health Systems Must Prioritize Digital Transformation for Lasting Impact" LinkedIn

The FDA is set to publish new draft guidance on January 7 aimed at developers of AI-enabled medical devices, offering recommendations for marketing submissions and regulatory oversight throughout the product life cycle. This guidance represents a comprehensive framework for the management of these devices, emphasizing the importance of early and continuous engagement between developers and the agency. It builds on previous guidance regarding change control for AI and machine learning components, which helps facilitate device updates without requiring new marketing submissions. The FDA's initiative also focuses on ensuring transparency and addressing bias in AI systems, providing developers with essential resources for navigating the complexities of integrating AI in healthcare.

FDA Unveils Groundbreaking Guidance for AI-Enabled Medical Devices Healthcare IT News

In this article, Sue Schade reflects on a piece written for Becker’s Hospital Review in which Michael Dowling, President and CEO of Northwell Health, outlines six critical priorities for healthcare leaders in light of the recent political shifts following the November 5th election. He emphasizes the necessity of positivity, truthfulness, and support for access to care while urging leaders to combat misinformation and uphold core values such as decency and integrity. Dowling stresses that preserving trust in scientific advancements is crucial for maintaining credibility during a time of change, and he calls on healthcare leaders to foster unity and serve as role models within their communities.

Healthcare Leaders Urged to Embrace Truth and Values Post-Election sueschade.com