Data + Technology

A bill in Oregon’s legislature would bar companies from using “nurse” in the title of AI tools. It comes in response to tech solutions billed as handling many of the duties done by nurses.

Oracle is moving its headquarters to Music City. Stephanie Coleman, CEO of the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, sees more healthcare companies coming.

The technology gap in rural healthcare isn't just a technology problem –– it's a health equity issue.

Most of the system’s patients live in rural communities in the Midwest. Bill Gassen, Sanford’s CEO, talks with us about reducing healthcare barriers in the heartland.

At Northwestern Medicine, leaders are working to recruit more women in IT roles and prepare them for management positions.

For artificial intelligence to realize its full potential in healthcare, models must be trained on high quality data, but unstructured and siloed data are hampering progress.

Derek Streat talked with us about the growth of the company created by Providence, working with hospital systems, and expanding the ability to serve more patients.

Researchers find patients are more likely to continue using them if they get them from medical equipment suppliers rather than pharmacies. Dr. Arti Masturzo of CCS talks about the study.

Fitch Ratings has downgraded two hospitals that suffered cyberattacks. Other hospitals could face downgrades if they have lasting damage from attacks.

Health systems need to invest in top talent and utilize AI tools to protect their organizations.

Mehmet Oz appeared before the Senate Finance Committee as he made his case to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

The company launched new offerings at the HIMSS conference. In a conversation with Chief Healthcare Executive, Google Cloud’s healthcare leader talked about AI’s emergence.

Many healthcare leaders say artificial intelligence offers the promise of improving care. Marcus Schabacker, CEO of ECRI, says there need to be more safeguards.

Health systems have struggled to recruit and retain talent, and some leaders say they need to get more women in the field.

The annual event brought healthcare leaders from across the world to Las Vegas. Attendees expressed enthusiasm about digital tools and anxiety about changes in Washington.

Healthcare leaders say they’re worried about reduced spending on science and health programs that support academic medical centers, universities and colleges.

Retired General Paul Nakasone suggests a need to think differently and wants a bigger, younger talent pool to protect healthcare providers from ransomware attacks.

A new report from Microsoft outlines the grave threat of cyberattacks on small hospitals in rural communities.

The hospital in South Korea is utilizing AI, robots and other digital tools to improve patient care and business operations. The medical center’s leaders took the stage at the HIMSS conference.

Many health systems are boosting investments, but some are putting resources in tools and tech. A number of hospitals aren’t sure how much they’re spending on cybersecurity.

Melissa Robinson of the Piedmont health system in Georgia talks about using technology to solve a thorny problem.

Leaders from the Memorial Hermann Health System, Penn Medicine and Rady Children’s Health talk about keys to building smart hospitals.

MD Anderson Cancer Center launched its virtual nursing program nearly two years ago, and the results have been encouraging. Lavonia Thomas of MD Anderson talks with us about the program.

Arthur C. Evans Jr., CEO of the American Psychological Association, talked about the importance of finding new ways to reach people who need assistance.

With the arrival of the 2025 HIMSS conference, he spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive about the value and limitations of technology.

The annual Global Health Conference & Exhibition returns with discussions on AI, health tech, policy and more. Hal Wolf, HIMSS CEO, talks with us about the big event.

Medicaid, which offers coverage to nearly 80 million Americans, has evolved far beyond basic care toward whole-person care. The program could use more entrepreneurs.

Dr. Nolan Chang of the Permanente Federation talks about the use of AI to help clinicians and the importance of using it thoughtfully.

A new American Medical Association survey finds that three in five fear new technologies are posing more barriers to care.

Health system executives say AI and other health tech firms routinely take the wrong approach in trying to sell their products. They offered some suggestions for those looking for more success.