Nora Plainert

In the critical field of emergency response, the challenge of fragmented and incompatible data has long hindered seamless care delivery between emergency medical services (EMS) and hospitals. As emergency situations unfold, real-time patient information is paramount for decision-making and improving patient outcomes. The collaboration involving

Roche Canada, in collaboration with Invest Ontario, is embarking on a significant venture to establish a Global Informatics Hub in Mississauga, Ontario, through a substantial investment of over $130 million CAD over five years. This strategic initiative aims to generate up to 250 high-tech roles in fields such as artificial intelligence (AI),

Roche Canada, in collaboration with Invest Ontario, is embarking on a significant venture to establish a Global Informatics Hub in Mississauga, Ontario, through a substantial investment of over $130 million CAD over five years. This strategic initiative aims to generate up to 250 high-tech roles in fields such as artificial intelligence (AI),

The evolution of healthcare delivery is increasingly being shaped by advancements in healthcare informatics. This interdisciplinary field, which combines data generation, computer science, and healthcare, is transforming how patient care is approached, operational efficiency, and overall healthcare delivery. Leveraging data, advanced analytics,

Drug diversion in healthcare is a pervasive issue, with approximately 10% of U.S. healthcare workers likely to divert opioids or other controlled substances at some point in their careers. This problem often goes unnoticed and unreported, posing significant challenges for hospitals and healthcare systems. The implementation of RFID (Radio

The Change Healthcare ransomware attack has sent shockwaves through the healthcare industry, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in healthcare IT infrastructure. The breach, orchestrated by the notorious ALPHV/Blackcat ransomware group, has far-reaching implications, affecting millions of Americans, healthcare providers, insurers, and regulatory

The ongoing dispute between Epic Systems and Particle Health over data exchange and compliance with HIPAA regulations has attracted significant attention within the healthcare industry. The core of the conflict revolves around the interoperability of patient data between different healthcare providers under the Carequality framework and

Personalized healthcare is revolutionizing the medical field by tailoring treatments and services to individual patients. This transformation is driven by the advancement of data science, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies enable healthcare providers to leverage extensive datasets, from patient records to real-time

The healthcare industry in Asia is witnessing a significant transformation, primarily driven by the integration of big data and artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies are enhancing research capabilities, revolutionizing diagnostics, and expediting drug discovery, setting new benchmarks in the sector. South Korea and Thailand are at the

The healthcare industry is making significant strides toward transforming electronic health records (EHR) by integrating advanced technologies, which aim to reduce provider burnout, improve data exchange, and enhance both clinical and administrative efficiencies. The drive to modernize EHR systems comes with a host of challenges and opportunities,