SPOTLIGHT -
Deloitte warns health inequities could cost $1 trillion, and it's everyone's problem
Health equities cost Americans $320 billion, and could surge to $1 trillion by 2040. Deloitte’s Andy Davis talks about ways healthcare leaders can make progress in addressing disparities.
Life science, pharma leaders worried about scarcity of talent
It’s their top pain point, according to a new survey of executives. Leaders are focused on recruiting and retention, but may need to focus more on diversity efforts.
CarePort CEO Lissy Hu talks about using data to ease staffing shortages
In an interview with Chief Healthcare Executive, Hu discusses the challenges for hospitals and post-acute providers, the potential of data and how health systems need to collaborate.
NewYork-Presbyterian’s chief medical officer talks about ‘meeting patients where they are’
Deepa Kumaraiah spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive about using data to provide better care, new approaches from the COVID-19 pandemic, and caring for staff.
Facing ransomware, health systems can’t use ‘hope as a strategy’
Cyberattacks have become an increasingly dangerous threat to hospitals. Jeff Schmidt, president of Avertium, said health systems must recognize the danger and take action.
North Korea-sponsored cyber attackers targeting healthcare, feds warn
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and other agencies issued a warning Wednesday to public health organizations. Health systems are urged to take steps to protect patient data.
Mayo Clinic, Sheba Medical Center team up on healthcare technology
The two organizations announced a partnership to develop cutting-edge innovations that can improve healthcare around the globe.
Measuring patient experience: Evaluating healthcare quality with modern tech | Inga Shugalo
Automated solutions help measure the patient experience efficiently, gain essential insight into what patients think, and allow providers to act on that knowledge.
Federally Qualified Health Centers battling issues with staffing, digital technology
A survey of executives find recruiting and retention are top challenges, along with improving the patient experience and expanding digital health options.
How Biden’s nominee for science adviser would make history
The president has chosen Arati Prabhakar to lead the Office of Science and Technology Policy. Science advocates say her experience could be invaluable in helping establish a new health research agency.
VA postponing rollout of new electronic health record system
The Department of Veterans Affairs said some facilities won’t get the new system until next year. The delay comes amid reports of problems with the system harming patients at a veterans hospital in Washington state.
An emerging cybersecurity threat: supply chain compromise
A new report by Abnormal Security sheds light on a growing trend of hackers impersonating third-party vendors to steal from companies.
Appalachian Regional Healthcare starting hospital-at-home program
The Kentucky-based system is partnering with Biofourmis, a digital health company, to serve patients and participate in a study of acute care at home in rural areas.
Building a stronger opioid stewardship program that includes drug diversion prevention | Tom Knight
The AHA’s Opioid Stewardship Measurement Guide, considered the 'gold standard' for opioid measurement for hospitals, misses a critical opportunity: measurement of opioid diversion.
Data security remains a challenge as interoperability moves closer to reality | Lee Barrett
True interoperability of patient data has been a goal for decades. But any enthusiasm must be tempered by the security and privacy issues healthcare companies continue to experience.
MED MOVES: Meet Amwell's new chief medical officer, and more
In other executive news, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center names a new health equity officer, WellSpan Health chooses a new COO, and other leaders take new roles.
Most doctors worn down by problems with sharing data
An athenahealth survey found most physicians say the inability to easily exchange information adds to their stress levels.
Winning over women by addressing healthcare gaps through better innovations | Andrea Kelly
There’s a lot of mythology and ignorance around what women want in the healthcare marketplace. Finding the truth means looking deeper, and more critically, into unmet needs.
Oracle chairman Larry Ellison envisions national electronic health database
Now that the tech giant has completed its $28-billion acquisition of Cerner, Ellison outlined how the merged company aims to transform the healthcare industry.
Home health takeaways to improve profit margins, drive volume, and increase patient satisfaction | Mike Buckholdt
Health systems can boost the performance of ambulatory surgical centers with advanced remote patient monitoring and postoperative telerehabilitation solutions.
Hackers backed by Iran targeted Boston Children’s Hospital, FBI says
FBI Director Christopher Wray said authorities thwarted the attack. Authorities have warned the healthcare sector to fortify their network defenses.
Oracle expects to complete $28B acquisition of Cerner next week
The software giant says it has received all regulatory approvals and should close the deal within days. Oracle says the merger will transform the healthcare industry.
How health systems can leverage data science to address workforce shortages | Derek Streat
By strategically utilizing data-driven tools, health systems can optimize operations, better balance staff and patient demand, and alleviate the burdens on staff.
New coalition aims to use digital health to improve equity
The Digital Health for Equitable Health Alliance includes historically black colleges, pharmaceutical companies and advocates for patient care.
Hurdle aims to expand mental health for patients of color
The digital health company offers culturally intentional care. Kevin Dedner, founder and CEO, says it’s needed because the mental healthcare system wasn’t designed for everyone.
The time is now for healthcare to encourage AI adoption | Jeffrey Sullivan
Any AI partner in healthcare must support the safeguarding of protected healthcare information and possess a proven track record of innovation.
Automation enhances patient experience and staff efficiency | Vik Krishnan
Health groups urge Biden administration to maintain COVID-19 public health emergency
The American Hospital Association, American Medical Association, AARP and others argue the emergency declaration provides critical tools to fight the virus and protect the public.
What investors expect out of healthcare in the rest of 2022
Analysts talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about the areas of high interest to investors.
AI-enabled echocardiograms identify higher risk of stroke
Mayo Clinic researchers found ECGs powered by artificial intelligence could predict irregular heart rhythms years before they are diagnosed. It could point to earlier interventions to prevent stroke.