how they’re implementing innovative data collection and digital literacy programs to improve care, overall patient experience and health education.

Data innovation is essential for improving healthcare accessibility and quality, according to Naveen Raja, D.O., MBA, chief medical officer of UCR Health. At the UC Health CDI2 conference, representatives from various UC academic health centers highlighted the implementation of innovative data collection and digital literacy initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and health equity. UCLA Health has launched an electronic self-reporting tool for patients to share demographic and community data, facilitating a better understanding of health influencers for those with chronic conditions. Concurrently, UC Davis Health is increasing digital literacy among agricultural workers through community collaborations, equipping them with skills to manage their health effectively. UCR Health has also introduced an "Express Lanes" tool to streamline patient visits using electronic health records for more comprehensive care.

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Data Innovation Enhances Patient Care and Equity University of California

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that revises or eliminates key cybersecurity initiatives established by the Biden administration, which the White House criticized as "problematic." The order removes Biden's software security requirements for federal contractors, aimed at enhancing security post-cyberattacks, and dismantles efforts related to artificial intelligence in cybersecurity and post-quantum cryptography. These changes reflect a shift towards what the Trump administration considers a less burdensome approach to cybersecurity, focusing on compliance over substantive improvements in security practices.

Trump Revamps Cybersecurity Policies, Reversing Key Biden Initiatives Cybersecurity Dive

Building trust is a key focus for CIOs leading digital transformations, as discussed in a recent healthsystemCIO webinar featuring senior Robert Adamson, Joyce Oh, Jim Daly and Jordan Ruch. They emphasized the importance of relationship-building, transparent communication, and credibility in effective change management prior to formal announcements. Strategies for early engagement, such as involving IT leadership in strategic discussions, are essential for fostering collaboration and shared ownership among stakeholders. The panelists also highlighted the need for transparency and accountability when addressing setbacks, stressing that proactive communication and acknowledgment of mistakes can reinforce credibility and promote a learning culture within teams.

Building Trust: Key to Successful Digital Transformation for Health CIOs healthsystemcio.com

Ascension, a Catholic nonprofit health system based in St. Louis, is in advanced talks to acquire AmSurg, a leading operator of ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) with over 250 facilities nationwide. This potential acquisition signals Ascension's strategic shift towards enhancing its outpatient care capabilities within a healthcare landscape increasingly favoring cost-effective outpatient procedures. The move reflects a broader trend seen in the industry, particularly by Tenet Healthcare, which has successfully focused its growth on ASC investments. Acquiring AmSurg would not only expand Ascension’s presence in this market but also strengthen its competitive position against other major ASC operators.

Ascension Eyes AmSurg Acquisition to Boost Outpatient Care Strategy Becker's Hospital Review