5 takeaways from ViVE 2022: Day 1
Healthcare executives and investors shared insights on a wide range of topics from partnering with startups, real world evidence, health equity and new developments in the regulation of patient data.
Five key capabilities for health systems to meet growing consumer demand for self-service
At a time of dramatically increasing consumer demand for convenience and digital self-service, hospitals and health systems have a significant opportunity to close the gap between expectations and reality for people trying to find care.
With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge?
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
How healthcare organizations can listen and adapt in the era of “patient empowerment”
Patient expectations are drastically changing due to the pandemic, access to technology and generational preferences. By actively listening to patients and drawing on data healthcare organizations already have, it's possible to personalize experiences and improve care delivery.
Progress report: Vast majority of hospitals still aren’t following the price transparency rule
In its second report evaluating whether hospitals are with complying with the price transparency rule that went into effect Jan. 1, 2021, PatientRightsAdvocate.org found compliance to be still very low with none of the hospitals at the nation's largest hospital system posting prices online.
AvaSure, Equum Medical partner to address nursing staff shortage
AvaSure brings to the table 24-7 virtual technology monitoring solutions used in hospital rooms across the country, and Equum Medical provides access to care via telehealth and clinical transformation teams to help with integrating the technology.
Nursing leadership has a pipeline problem: Here’s how we can fix it
As older nurses retire and others leave the profession due to burnout, there's a very real threat of a leadership void in nursing. But making changes related to nursing culture, staffing and paths to the top can prevent that.
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A Personalized Approach to Medication Nonadherence
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
OSF Healthcare launches its version of “Shark Tank”
At an event styled after the TV show but kinder and gentler, OSF HealthCare employees get 15 minutes to pitch their ideas to subject matter experts, stakeholders and other members of the community. They use the presentation to share where they are in the process and what resources they need to validate their concepts and network.
Medical education through Twitter? Pharma’s digital strategy for healthcare
“Most Q&As are happening on Twitter. If you’re not doing social listening you’re losing fresh insights into things like disease states." That was just one of the observations in a new report on how pharma and other life science companies are working with healthcare providers and adapting to improve the patient experience.
Yale New Haven Health to use Rx.Health’s digital front door system-wide
The New York City-based digital medicine company has been working with the health system for several years, starting in its gastroenterology department. It's providing a unified messaging platform aimed at improving care coordination and patient engagement.
A whopping majority of surveyed workers at HCA say staffing shortage is “compromising patient care”
A survey by the Service Employees International Union found that 89% of polled nurses and healthcare workers at HCA Healthcare feel staff shortages at their hospital are hurting patients. Union leaders urged hospital leaders to urgently address the shortage.
Maximize Revenue and Patient Care with Strategic Weight Loss Management
We will highlight Build My Health's revenue practice management tools, which could help physician practices add up to $250,000 to their practices.
OSF Ventures just launched a $100M fund. Where will it spend the money?
OSF HealthCare has made 26 direct investments to date in addition to investing in three healthcare-focused venture funds. The latest venture fund is the largest at $100 million, putting total assets for its investment program at $250 million.
Hospital-at-home company gets a $110M shot in the arm
Baxter International, Global Medical Response and Cardinal Health provided the latest round of funding for Boston-based Medically Home, joining Mayo Clinic and Kaiser Permanente as strategic partners.
Medical education through Twitter? Pharma’s digital strategy for healthcare providers
“Most Q&As are happening on Twitter. If you’re not doing social listening you’re losing fresh insights into things like disease states." That was just one of the observations in a new report on how pharma and other life science companies are working with healthcare providers and adapting to improve the patient experience.
How to improve health equity? Start by bringing care beyond the clinic
The pandemic has revealed many health inequities across society. A panel of speakers at MedCity News’ INVEST Pop Health conference discussed the various ways that they are working to reduce inequities and improve outcomes.
Report: 1 in 5 U.S. counties are hospital deserts
In over 20% of U.S. counties, most people have to drive more than 30 minutes to reach the closest hospital, making them hospital desert areas, according to a recent report. Large swathes of the country are also pharmacy and trauma center deserts.