Salem Township Hospital in Illinois will transition from its current athenahealth EHR system to an Epic EHR in three weeks, as reported by *Southern Illinois Now*. The hospital, a 25-bed critical access facility, is making the change to enhance patient access to medical records. CEO James Timpe announced this plan to the hospital board, highlighting efforts to promote the new system, including distributing informational flyers at an upcoming parade.

Illinois hospital moves to Epic in 3 weeks Becker's Hospital Review

A survey by the Center for Connected Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center found that artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be the most exciting emerging technology in healthcare, with 85% of executives citing its potential to improve administration, operations, and clinical care. Notably, AI saw the most improvement for the second consecutive year, driven by advancements in large language models and generative AI. While AI tools aim to assist in documenting patient care and reduce clinician burnout, concerns about accuracy, accountability, and data privacy remain. Telehealth also gained recognition for its improvements since the pandemic, with benefits such as increased patient convenience and access to specialty care. The report emphasizes the need for solid data practices to support AI integration.

AI still the most exciting emerging technology for healthcare: survey HealthCare Dive

The article discusses the synergies between fintech and healthtech, highlighting how advancements in financial technology could effectively address financial challenges in the healthcare sector. By integrating fintech innovations, such as blockchain for secure data sharing and AI for financial planning, the healthcare industry can improve billing accuracy, streamline administrative processes, and enhance patient experience. These intersections are creating new opportunities for both industries to collaborate and deliver more efficient and cost-effective healthcare solutions.

Where we see opportunities at the intersection of fin-tech and health-tech Second Opinion Media

The McKinsey article discusses the necessity for organizations to evolve their talent strategies in light of the growing integration of generative AI (Gen AI). It emphasizes the demand for a workforce skilled in AI-related tasks, and the importance of reskilling current employees. The article highlights three strategic actions: assessing the potential of Gen AI in business operations, redefining job roles to incorporate new technologies, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. This approach is aimed at maintaining competitiveness and achieving sustainable growth in the digital era.

The gen AI skills revolution: Rethinking your talent strategy McKinsey