The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has done one good thing for the healthcare industry—it has created a convergence of trends that enhanced the level of care and treatment and eased how patients interact with us.Thanks to those zillion healthcare apps, more than 90,000 new digital health applications (apps) were added to app stores in 2020, an average of over 250 new apps.Delivering quality care swiftly is no longer a vision; it is a reality made possible by mobile app development pioneers like Appinventiv.Appinventiv: Expertise that Leaves No Stone Unturned in Shifting Healthcare to Digital15+ awards from leading industry portals,…
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Joshua Solis wants to help people. “I decided to study social work because I wanted to be able to provide mental health resources and therapy to people,” Solis said. “I lost two close friends to suicide in 2017, which inspired me to pursue a degree in a field where I could help people with similar thoughts.” Joshua Solis, 30, a non-traditional student who works as a health care provider at Toledo Correctional Facility, has come a long way towards his master's degree in social work. What started as a job for Solis has turned into an important way to help…
For digital technology companies, understanding the differing priorities of healthcare providers and payers is critical to delivering unique and valuable digital health solutions.A new era of hybrid careHealthcare industry leaders agree that the recent shutdown of telemedicine is indicative of broader trends in the market. To establish resilient telehealth and virtual care programs, digital technology vendors must differentiate, deliver personalized patient experiences, and deliver value in a scalable and sustainable manner.It is important for both payers and providers to understand healthcare purchasing committees and their specific benefits.Clinical users and purchasers are focused on ease of use, contribution to and treatment…
Today, we are proud to announce that HCA Healthcare has been recognized for the fifth consecutive year as a Best for Vets Employer by Military Times for its efforts to recruit, mentor and retain U.S. service members. HCA Healthcare has hired more than 65,000 veterans, active-duty and reserve personnel and military spouses since 2012.Additionally, HCA Healthcare has been nationally recognized as a Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly employer by VIQTORY for the 14th consecutive year and this year earned the Gold distinction for the second year in a row. VIQTORY has also recognized HCA Healthcare in its Supplier Diversity Program…
In honor of both Veterans Day and Global Health Equity Week, the Healthcare Information Management Systems Association, parent company of Healthcare IT News, on Monday announced a commitment to support veteran talent development in health information technology. Announced the launch of a veterans community aimed at Why is it important? A HIMSS spokesperson said the new workforce development program is aimed at helping veterans launch careers in health care and health IT. The group said in a statement that it believes veterans can elevate conversations about care and health and take actionable steps to support healthy communities. Veterans who join…
GE Healthcare DeepHealth, a RadNet subsidiary, announced a collaboration on new AI imaging technologies to accelerate innovation, commercialization, and adoption of AI in imaging. The companies are leveraging the power of AI to address key roadblocks across the imaging value chain, including helping improve the efficiency of image interpretation and reporting, enabling collaboration between medical teams, improving clinical interpretation of images, and enhancing operations. We plan to jointly develop smart technology, a solution that will be utilized. efficiency and productivity. SmartTechnology brings together GE HealthCare's imaging capabilities and enhanced capabilities, RadNet's healthcare delivery experience, and DeepHealth's AI-powered medical informatics portfolio…
Former Republican presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President-elect Donald Trump after RFK suspended his own campaign to endorse Trump in August 2024. Credit: Rebecca Noble / Stringer / Getty. An analyst has warned of likely instability in the US’ healthcare systems following the election of Donald Trump as the country’s President, in particular pointing to the possible appointment of anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr (RFK) to oversee health within the administration and changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). GlobalData pharmaceuticals analyst Cyrus Fran commented: “During his first term, Trump attempted but failed to repeal ACA but…
There are many concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential influence on the American medical industry, especially by those who work directly with patients. Kennedy, a vocal vaccine skeptic, said President Trump would give him a prominent role in the new administration. However, his exact title and duties have not been specified. Dr. Owais Durrani, a Houston emergency physician, told Scripps News that he was concerned about President Kennedy's qualifications to set health care policy. “When it comes to medical institutions and other scientific institutions in our country, it's based on data, science and research. And when you question those…
Bitcoin rises during US presidential electionfree pix The cryptocurrency market is currently riding a wave of optimism following Donald J. Trump's victory in the 2024 US presidential election. Bitcoin hit a new all-time high (ATH) of $82,400 (uncharted territory) amid reports that President Trump supports the US becoming a major cryptocurrency hub. However, with the price of cryptocurrencies soaring, running a crypto company in the healthcare sector remains difficult. I know this personally as the Black female founder and CEO of a crypto-powered healthcare company called PaytyEntry. Bitcoin’s post-election rise Bitcoin prices soared following President Trump's victory, likely due to…
The partnership leverages GE HealthCare's tradition and scale of imaging innovation and RadNet's DeepHealth AI-powered clinical and workflow solutions to accelerate innovation, commercialization, and adoption of AI in imaging technology. GE HealthCare and RadNet's DeepHealth have jointly discovered that the power of AI is redefining radiology workflows and addressing key challenges across the imaging value chain to improve speed, clinical accuracy, and operational efficiency to improve patient outcomes. Helps improve care. To demonstrate the promise of this strategic relationship, the partnership will initially include: DeepHealth's AI-powered SmartMammo™ 1 solution combines with GE HealthCare's patient-centered Senographe Pristina™ mammography system to enhance…