What You Should Know:
- Circular Genomics, a pioneer in unlocking the secrets of circular RNA (circRNA) for precision psychiatry and neurology, has secured $8.3 million in a Series A funding round. Led by Mountain Group Partners, this vital investment brings on board new partner UNM Rainforest Innovations and bolsters support from existing investors like Cottonwood Technology Fund and Tramway Venture Partners.
- The new funding will empower Circular Genomics to build and scale commercial
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Physician Burnout and Depression Rates Decline, Medscape Report Reveals
What You Should Know:
- For the first time in years, a glimmer of hope has emerged in the fight against physician burnout and depression.
- The latest Medscape Physician Burnout & Depression Report reveals a significant decline in the rates among U.S. doctors, suggesting a potential shift in the overall mental well-being of this critical workforce.
Burnout Rates Dip, but Challenges Remain
The Medscape Physician Burnout & Depression Report 2024, titled "We Have
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Isaac Health Secures $5.7M to Combat Dementia Deserts & Revolutionize Brain Care
What You Should Know:
- Isaac Health, a rising leader in digital brain health, has successfully closed an oversubscribed $5.7 million Seed funding round led by Meridian Street Capital and B Capital, bringing together prominent players like Primetime Partners, Co-Found Partners, VU Venture Partners, and AirAngels.
- This crucial funding round empowers Isaac Health to accelerate their mission by expanding their innovative brain health provider platform. advancing technology for improved
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Health2047-Backed HEAL Security Emerges from Stealth with $4.6M
What You Should Know:
- Health2047, the American Medical Association's venture studio dedicated to healthcare innovation, announced its investment in and launch from stealth of HEAL Security, a cognitive cybersecurity platform built specifically for the healthcare industry.
- Health2047's investment in HEAL Security underscores the urgent need for robust and specialized cybersecurity solutions within the healthcare industry. Their platform equips health systems with the necessary tools to
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XO Health Taps Innovaccer to Improve Member Experience
What You Should Know:
- XO Health, the innovative health plan designed for self-insured employers, and Innovaccer Inc, the leading healthcare data platform provider, have announced a strategic partnership.
- The strategic collaboration brings together XO Health's unique model and commitment to a seamless health experience with Innovaccer's data expertise and robust platform, promising to revolutionize self-insured healthcare for employers and their employees.
Breaking Free from
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Emory Healthcare Appoints Dr. Nitu Kashyap as Chief Health Informatics Officer
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Emory Healthcare has announced the appointment of Dr. Nitu Kashyap, MD, FAMIA, as its Chief Health Informatics Officer (CHIO), effective from February 5, 2024.
In her new role, Dr. Kashyap will be responsible for overseeing technology projects spanning clinical disciplines to ensure alignment with Emory's strategic goals in patient experience, care, teaching, and research. Dr. Kashyap will collaborate closely with Emory University's information technology clinical and
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Upfront Hires Tech Strategist Ryan Royal as CTO
What You Should Know:
Health tech leader Upfront, recognized for its industry-leading patient engagement platform, has announced the appointment of Ryan Royal as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
- Joining Upfront's executive leadership team, Royal will be responsible for overseeing the company's product roadmap, scaling global engineering teams, and driving new innovation strategies. His expertise is crucial as Upfront invests in next-generation reporting and analytics, as well as
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Foyer Global Health Embraces GenAI with Galytix to Transform Claims Processing
- Foyer Global Health, the international health insurer for expatriates and companies, announced today a strategic collaboration with Galytix, the GenAI platform for the financial sector, to implement HealthX, the innovative digital health platform designed specifically for insurers.
- This collaboration paves the way for further advancements in healthcare data management within the IPMI sector, setting a new standard for efficiency, accuracy, and risk management.
Revolutionizing
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2023 Health IT Recap: M&A Shifts, VC Squeezes, and Market Trends
What You Should Know:
- After a decade of unchecked expansion, the health IT market faced a reality check in 2023, according to a new report from Healthcare Growth Partners.
- The report, January 2024 Health IT Market Review reveals runaway inflation, rising interest rates, and a tech valuation reset tempered investor enthusiasm and led to a correction in valuations across both M&A and investment activity. However, despite the challenges, there were signs of a rebound in late 2023,
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Optum Perks Launches $25 Telehealth Solution, Making Affordable Healthcare More Accessible
What You Should Know:
- Optum Perks, the leading prescription discount provider launches its new telehealth solution, offering affordable on-demand care and prescription treatments for a wide range of conditions, starting at just $25.
- The new telehealth offering expands its commitment to affordability and accessibility, ensuring everyone has a chance at quality care, regardless of insurance status.
No video calls, no appointments, just fast, affordable relief
Optum Perks' online
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