What You Should Know:
- Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically shot and killed in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred outside the New York Hilton Hotel where Thompson was scheduled to attend the annual UnitedHealth Group investor conference.
- Brian Thompson, 50, was named CEO of UnitedHealthcare in April 2021.
Details of the Incident
According to law enforcement sources, Thompson was approaching the hotel when a gunman
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AI Tops ECRI’s Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2025
What You Should Know:
- ECRI, a non-profit organization focused on healthcare safety, has released its annual Top 10 Health Technology Hazards report for 2025.
- This year, the report highlights the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, emphasizing the need for careful assessment and management of AI-enabled technologies to ensure patient safety.
AI: A Double-Edged Sword in Healthcare
While AI offers tremendous promise for improving
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Supreme Group Acquires Amendola Communications, Expanding its Healthcare Marketing and PR Reach
What You Should Know:
- Supreme Group, a leading healthcare and life sciences marketing and communications platform, has acquired Amendola Communications, a renowned agency specializing in integrated public relations, marketing, and social media services for the healthcare industry.
- The strategic acquisition strengthens Supreme Group's position as a comprehensive provider of marketing and communications solutions for healthcare and life sciences companies. Financial details of the
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Intermountain Health Appoints Ryan Smith Named as Chief Digital and Information Officer
What You Should Know:
- Intermountain Health has selected Ryan Smith as its new chief digital and information officer (CDIO), following a comprehensive national search.
- Smith, a seasoned healthcare technology leader with a strong track record at Intermountain and other prominent healthcare organizations, will assume his new role in early 2025.
Leading Intermountain's Digital Transformation
As CDIO, Smith will play a crucial role in leading Intermountain's digital
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Soda Health Raises $50M for Healthcare Benefits Admin Platform to Reduce Health Inequities
What You Should Know:
- Soda Health, a health tech company transforming the way healthcare benefits are utilized, has announced a $50 million Series B funding round led by General Catalyst, with participation from former Humana CEO Bruce Broussard and from existing investors Lightspeed Venture Partners, Define Ventures, Qiming Venture Partners USA, and SVB Capital.
- The Series B round of funding will fuel Soda Health's mission to improve health outcomes and reduce inequities
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Philips, Mayo Clinic Partner to Advance AI in Cardiac MRI
What You Should Know:
- Philips and Mayo Clinic have announced a research collaboration to advance magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for cardiac applications with artificial intelligence (AI).
- The strategic partnership will leverage the power of AI and clinical expertise to improve operational efficiency, shorten exam times, and expand access to cardiac MRI for more patients.
AI-Driven Efficiency in Cardiac MRI
The collaboration will combine Mayo Clinic's proprietary AI
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Xsolis Launches Generative AI Solution to Streamline Healthcare Appeals
What You Should Know:
- Xsolis, a provider of AI-driven solutions for healthcare administration, has announced the launch of a new generative AI platform designed to streamline the appeals process for healthcare providers.
- MultiCare Health System in Washington State will be the first to pilot this innovative solution, which aims to reduce administrative burden and improve revenue cycle efficiency.
Addressing Administrative Waste in Healthcare
Healthcare providers face
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Know Rare Launches HealthStoryAI App for People Living with Rare Disease
What You Should Know:
- Know Rare, a global support platform for individuals impacted by rare diseases and rare cancers, has launched HealthStoryAI, a new health journaling app designed to empower patients and caregivers.
- The new app offers a personalized and secure platform for documenting the unique experiences and challenges of living with rare conditions.
Addressing the Needs of the Rare Disease Community
Millions of people worldwide live with rare diseases, often
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RSNA: Nonin Medical Launches First FDA-Cleared OTC Fingertip Pulse Oximeter for Accurate Readings Across Skin Tones
What You Should Know:
- Nonin Medical, a global leader in noninvasive medical monitoring lauches TruO2 OTC, the first over-the-counter (OTC) fingertip pulse oximeter to receive FDA clearance. This innovative device is designed to provide accurate blood oxygen saturation readings for adults across all skin tones, empowering individuals to make informed healthcare decisions.
- Nonin Medical's founder, Phil Isaacson, was the original inventor of the fingertip pulse oximeter. The
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RSNA: Siemens Healthineers Adopts NVIDIA’s MONAI Deploy for Faster AI Deployment
What You Should Know:
- Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, has adopted NVIDIA MONAI Deploy to accelerate integrating AI workflows into its Syngo Carbon and syngo.via enterprise imaging platforms.
- NVIDIA's MONAI platform is revolutionizing the field of medical imaging by accelerating the development and deployment of AI applications. This open-source framework is empowering healthcare professionals and researchers to harness the power of AI to improve
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