Health care industry
Prof. Ibrahim Abdu Wakawa's eight-year tenure as the medical director of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital has been marked with numerous achievements, even as he faced occasional challenges. Wakawa, who recently handed over the mantle to Dr. Umar Baba Musami, has left an indelible mark on the institution'
Health care industry
The global medical kiosk market is poised for significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for convenience and efficiency in healthcare services. The market is expected to reach an estimated $3.76 billion by 2030, up from $1.62 billion in 2024, representing a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 15.
Health care industry
Netsmart's myUnity electronic health record (EHR) platform has achieved the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) Verification for Home Health, demonstrating the company's commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that meet the needs of providers and patients. This verification reflects Netsmart's dedication to advancing the home
Health care industry
Sightview, a prominent electronic health record and practice management partner focused on eyecare, has undergone a significant organizational refresh with the appointment of Tycene Fritcher as Chief Executive Officer. In her new role, Fritcher is spearheading a rebrand and spearheading organizational updates, aiming to improve the company's offerings
Health care industry
Advanced technologies have been developed to summarize large amounts of clinical data stored in Electronic Health Records (EHRs), a process that can be overwhelming for healthcare providers. Recent breakthroughs in Generative AI with Large Language Models have enabled the summarization of patient records into actionable insights, reducing the cognitive burden
Health care industry
TruBridge, Inc., a leading healthcare solutions company, has announced the integration of Microsoft Dragon Copilot with its electronic health record (EHR) solution. This collaboration aims to enhance care delivery, financial stability, and operational efficiency for thousands of hospitals and health systems across the country. The integration will empower over 18,
Health care industry
Researchers from Bar-Ilan University examined 20 years of electronic health records from over 407,000 healthy adults and found that individuals with sodium levels within the normal range but at the higher end face elevated risks for high blood pressure and heart failure. The study, published in the European Journal
Health care industry
PulsePoint, a pioneering technology company, has announced a significant expansion of its programmatic electronic health record (EHR) reach into numerous top-tier health systems in the United States. This development allows brands to utilize PulsePoint's cutting-edge technology and robust data foundation to engage with over 700,000 prescribers across
Artificial intelligence
Researchers from McMaster University have published a new study on the applications of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in electronic medical records (EMRs). The scoping review aimed to explore the current real-world applications of GenAI within EMRs to support an understanding of AI applications in healthcare. The study included 55 studies
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the digital health sector, driving advances in patient engagement, diagnostics, and operational efficiency. However, the integration of AI into digital health platforms raises critical concerns around HIPAA compliance, particularly for Privacy Officers. As AI tools process vast amounts of protected health information (PHI), digital health
Artificial intelligence
K Health, the leading Clinical AI Primary Care platform, has announced an expanded partnership with Mayo Clinic, making its AI Physician Mode available to Mayo Clinic's provider network of 31 health systems covering over 2,500 primary care physicians. This partnership will enable providers to automate patient intake
Artificial intelligence
In a significant advancement in the application of artificial intelligence (AI) to scale the generation of real-world evidence, Veradigm, a provider of healthcare data and technology solutions, announced a breakthrough in the analysis of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), including widely used medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide. By deploying AI
