Imagine a healthcare ecosystem where doctors can instantly access patient records regardless of the originating hospital or clinic, streamlining treatment and preventing repetitive procedures like unnecessary tests or imaging. This vision is at the heart of healthcare interoperability—an essential f
The evolving landscape of healthcare is continually shaped by challenges and innovations, none more significant than the sweeping changes seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the leadership of Beth Anderson, Vermont's Health Information Exchange (HIE), managed by Vermont Information
Systemic risk in healthcare, a concept often associated with the financial sector, entails the threat that the failure of one element can precipitate failures across interconnected entities within the entire system. This concept has gained prominence in the healthcare sector due to recent incidents
The field of healthcare data science is rapidly growing, driven by the increasing volume of healthcare data and the need for innovative solutions to global health challenges. This multidisciplinary field merges traditional data science with specialized healthcare knowledge, leading to significant
Veradigm has opted for a standalone strategy for its Electronic Health Records (EHR) platform after conducting a rigorous review process involving over 30 potential buyers. Despite high interest, including five preliminary offers for strategic partnerships or financial sponsorships, the
The article titled "Top 12 Client-Rated End-to-End Healthcare Cybersecurity Vendors Announced" is an insightful evaluation of leading cybersecurity vendors catering specifically to the healthcare industry, based on a comprehensive survey conducted between the second quarter of 2024 and
In recent years, cyberattacks on healthcare networks have become more frequent and severe, exposing sensitive data and compromising patient trust. The significant data breaches reported by Community Health Center Inc. and NorthBay Healthcare Corporation are stark reminders of the vulnerabilities
The legal dispute between Epic Systems, a leading electronic health record (EHR) company, and Particle Health, a health tech startup, has become a significant focal point in the health information technology industry. The core of the conflict revolves around allegations of monopolistic and
Arizona State University (ASU) has announced the appointment of Jyotishman Pathak as the inaugural dean of the new School of Technology for Public Health, effective July 1. This new institution aims to integrate technology with public health to address urgent challenges on local, national, and
The accuracy of pulse oximeters, devices commonly used to estimate blood oxygen levels, has come under scrutiny due to evidence suggesting performance discrepancies across different skin tones. This issue has prompted the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to propose new draft guidance aimed at
