AI, with its ability to efficiently process vast amounts of data, is enhancing the efficacy of predictive healthcare models, particularly in relation to body composition and mortality. Using raw imaging and longitudinal data, rather than isolated or static metrics, provides a more detailed and accurate prediction of an individual’s health journey, enabling more precise interventions. Improved prediction of all-cause mortality, facilitated by AI, supports the evolution of personalized healthcare.

Understanding the Relationship Between Body Composition and Mortality Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) PeterAttiaMD

104 rural hospitals closed since 2005, more closures since 2020 due to financial challenges, workforce shortages. CMS launched rural emergency hospital designation to address reduced care access, only 16 have converted. Mobile health, partnerships, new payments seen as solutions; need for collaboration, diversified services for financial sustainability.

Rural hospitals in crisis mode Beckers Hospital Review

Uncertain economy makes growth challenging, requiring active and strategic choices from growth leaders. Companies with CEOs who place marketing central to growth strategy achieve twice the annual growth rate. Misalignment between CEOs and CMOs regarding marketing’s role and potential as well as metric measurements disrupt marketing’s impact. Defining the CMO’s role clearly, engaging in modern marketing and aligning on growth metrics helps stimulate growth.

The power of partnership: How the CEO–CMO relationship can drive outsize growth McKinsey & Company

In 2019, Seattle Children's pledged to combat systemic racism actively, leading to structural changes and increased diversity in the workforce. The hospital’s three-phase Health Equity and Anti-Racism Action Plan has delivered measurable improvements, with employee diversity up 6%, managerial diversity up 3%, executive diversity up 9%, and board diversity up 8%. Policies were examined and amended to address existing disparities, and the hospital pursued initiatives for equity in patient care outcomes. No-show rates at the Odessa Brown Children's Clinic reduced through more accessible reminder systems and responsive scheduling. Human resources altered procedures to ensure affected parties receive follow-up support after racially or ethnically insensitive incidents. Diverse perspectives were included in recruitment processes, and job descriptions were revised for inclusivity. Existing policies were audited to remove discriminatory practices. A publicly available dashboard tracks progress towards being an anti-racist organization and a 2022 workforce survey displayed a positive staff response to these efforts.

Addressing Racism Across an Organization Children's Hospitals Today

AI, with its ability to efficiently process vast amounts of data, is enhancing the efficacy of predictive healthcare models, particularly in relation to body composition and mortality. Using raw imaging and longitudinal data, rather than isolated or static metrics, provides a more detailed and accurate prediction of an individual’s health journey, enabling more precise interventions. Improved prediction of all-cause mortality, facilitated by AI, supports the evolution of personalized healthcare.

Understanding the Relationship Between Body Composition and Mortality Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) PeterAttiaMD

104 rural hospitals closed since 2005, more closures since 2020 due to financial challenges, workforce shortages. CMS launched rural emergency hospital designation to address reduced care access, only 16 have converted. Mobile health, partnerships, new payments seen as solutions; need for collaboration, diversified services for financial sustainability.

Rural hospitals in crisis mode Beckers Hospital Review

Uncertain economy makes growth challenging, requiring active and strategic choices from growth leaders. Companies with CEOs who place marketing central to growth strategy achieve twice the annual growth rate. Misalignment between CEOs and CMOs regarding marketing’s role and potential as well as metric measurements disrupt marketing’s impact. Defining the CMO’s role clearly, engaging in modern marketing and aligning on growth metrics helps stimulate growth.

The power of partnership: How the CEO–CMO relationship can drive outsize growth McKinsey & Company

In 2019, Seattle Children's pledged to combat systemic racism actively, leading to structural changes and increased diversity in the workforce. The hospital’s three-phase Health Equity and Anti-Racism Action Plan has delivered measurable improvements, with employee diversity up 6%, managerial diversity up 3%, executive diversity up 9%, and board diversity up 8%. Policies were examined and amended to address existing disparities, and the hospital pursued initiatives for equity in patient care outcomes. No-show rates at the Odessa Brown Children's Clinic reduced through more accessible reminder systems and responsive scheduling. Human resources altered procedures to ensure affected parties receive follow-up support after racially or ethnically insensitive incidents. Diverse perspectives were included in recruitment processes, and job descriptions were revised for inclusivity. Existing policies were audited to remove discriminatory practices. A publicly available dashboard tracks progress towards being an anti-racist organization and a 2022 workforce survey displayed a positive staff response to these efforts.

Addressing Racism Across an Organization Children's Hospitals Today