What You Should Know: - Verona, Wisconsin-based EHR leader Epic Systems has begun construction on its sixth campus, aptly named "Other Worlds," The Cap Times first reports. - Following approval this month from the city’s Plan Commission, the whimsical addition continues the company's tradition of drawing inspiration from fantasy literature for its office designs. Inspired by Narnia and Lord of the Rings Other Worlds will take cues from beloved fantasy works like "The
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Walgreens Launches Specialty Pharmacy for Complex Conditions
What You Should Know: - Walgreens, a leading pharmacy chain, is making a significant push into the specialty pharmacy market with the launch of "Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy." - The new $25B initiative expands access to care for patients with complex, chronic conditions while driving profitability for the company. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy: A Holistic Approach Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy aims to break down barriers within the healthcare system. By leveraging
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Commons Clinic Invests $9.75M in Ambulatory Spine Surgery, Launches “Theater” Platform to Revolutionize MSK Care
What You Should Know: - Commons Clinic, a leader in value-based musculoskeletal (MSK) care, has announced two significant moves to revolutionize the way patients receive orthopedic treatment. - The company invested $9.75M in Marina Orthopedic & Spine Institute (MOSI), a prominent Los Angeles surgery center, and unveiled its novel platform, Theater. Commons Clinic Invests in Ambulatory Center Excellence The investment in MOSI strengthens Commons Clinic's network of
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Medical Informatics Engineering Secures Growth Investment to Bolster Enterprise Health Platform
What You Should Know: - Medical Informatics Engineering (MIE), a leader in occupational health IT solutions, today announced a significant investment from Serent Capital, a growth-focused private equity firm. - The strategic investment fuels MIE's continued innovation and strengthens the company's position in the occupational health software market. MIE Background Founded in 1995, MIE boasts a rich history in healthcare information technology. They were instrumental in
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UnitedHealth Group Shutters Optum Virtual Care Business
What You Should Know: - UnitedHealth Group, the parent company of the Optum health services division, announced the closure of its Optum Virtual Care business, Endpoints News first reports. Optum Virtual Care offered 24/7 access to virtual consultations with board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners across all 50 states. - On April 18th, Optum Virtual Care employees were informed of the shutdown, with some reportedly having last days in July according to a Seeking
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Stellar Sleep Adds New Integrations with Fitbit, Oura Ring and Apple Health
What You Should Know: - Stellar Sleep, a provider of digital solutions for chronic insomnia management, announced a significant upgrade to its app today. - These new features aim to further empower users to track their sleep patterns and access personalized content designed to improve sleep quality and duration. Impact of Chronic Insomnia Chronic insomnia, characterized by sleep issues occurring at least three nights a week for three months or more, affects over 25
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Intermountain Health Receives $1.9M Colorado Grant to Hire Frontline Healthcare Job Seekers
What You Should Know: - Intermountain Health, a healthcare provider, has been awarded a $1.9 million grant from Colorado's Opportunity Now program. - The grant will be used to launch Pathfinders, an innovative initiative designed to address workforce shortages in the healthcare sector. Opportunity Now Colorado Grant Fuels Innovation The Opportunity Now Colorado grant program is a Colorado government initiative designed to foster job creation and empower the state's
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ScreenPoint Medical CEO Steps Down, Appoints Pieter Kroese as CEO
What You Should Know: - ScreenPoint Medical, a leading developer of AI-powered breast cancer detection solutions, today announced a key leadership change. Mark Koeniguer, who has served as CEO since 2022, is stepping down from his position. - The company's Board of Directors has appointed Pieter Kroese as the new Chief Executive Officer effective April 25, 2024. - Mr. Kroese brings extensive experience to the role, having served as ScreenPoint's COO for over five
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Augmedix Launches GenAI-Powered, Medical Documentation Solution for Emergency Departments
What You Should Know: - Augmedix, a frontrunner in AI-powered medical documentation, has unveiled Augmedix Go - the first-ever fully automated GenAI solution designed specifically for Emergency Department (ED) documentation. - The nationwide roll-out follows a successful pilot program with HCA Healthcare, a leading US healthcare provider. Revolutionizing ED Workflows Augmedix Go streamlines the documentation process for ED physicians, instantly generating medical notes
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Generative AI in Healthcare Survey Reveals Rising Adoption Amidst Challenges
What You Should Know: - John Snow Labs, the AI for healthcare company announced the findings of the inaugural Generative AI in Healthcare Survey. Conducted by Gradient Flow, the research explores the trends, tools, and behaviors around generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) use among healthcare and life sciences practitioners. - Findings reveal a significant increase in GenAI budgets across the board, with one-fifth of all technical leaders witnessing a more than 300%
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