Though AI has successfully been utilized in healthcare for decades, a Pew Research Center survey revealed that 60% are uncomfortable with their provider relying on AI for their own healthcare.
This dichotomy is therefore likely due in part to a lack of awareness and understanding around the technology. Before the public is forced to understand complex, revolutionary, future-state technological developments in healthcare, they must understand how the technology is safely used today.
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Opmed.ai Secures $15M to Bring AI Optimization to Healthcare Operations
What You Should Know:
- Opmed.ai, the AI optimization platform for healthcare, announced today the successful raise of $15M in series A funding.
- The round was co-led by NFX and Grove Ventures, with Secret Chord Ventures, the Impact investor Sir Ronald Cohen, and Unbox Ventures also
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Exploring The Impact of AR in Surgical Training and Simulation
Human surgery training has used the classical approach of dissections of bodies and presence in live surgery for a long time. These means offer truly priceless opportunities to learn but multiple problems lie in accessibility, interactivity, and safety. AR has started a new era in surgical training through its affordability, interactivity, and safety. However, there still exists a need for proof regarding its effectiveness and the possibility of any negative effects. In this article, we
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Otsuka Precision Health Launches: Personalized Care Powered by AI and Digital Solutions
What You Should Know:
- Otsuka America, Inc. (OAI) today announced the formation of Otsuka Precision Health (OPH), a new subsidiary dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative digital solutions and a data-driven approach.
- OPH will leverage cutting-edge technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) and digital therapeutics, to personalize patient care journeys across various conditions, from mental health to nephrology.
A Patient-Centric Approach Powered by
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FemTech: Nuvo Goes Public to Expand Remote Pregnancy Monitoring
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- Nuvo Group D.G. Ltd. (NASDAQ: NUVO) ("Nuvo"), a leader in remote pregnancy monitoring, today announced the successful completion of its business combination with LAMF Global Ventures Corp. I (NASDAQ: LGVC, LGVCU, LGVCW) ("LAMF"), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).
- As part of the business combination, Nuvo will retain its name and existing management team, trading on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "NUVO" starting May 2nd,
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NVIDIA Makes Drug Discovery, Medical Imaging, and Genomics Easier with Cloud-Based AI
What You Should Know:
- Harnessing the power of AI for healthcare just got simpler. NVIDIA announced the integration of NVIDIA NIM, a collection of cloud-native AI microservices, with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- The strategic collaboration empowers developers to leverage pre-trained AI models for drug discovery, medical imaging analysis, and genomics research – all accessible through user-friendly APIs.
Streamlined Access to Powerful AI Tools
NIM integrates seamlessly with
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Large Language Models Show Promise for Streamlining Physician Workflows, But Safety Concerns Remain
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- A new study by researchers at Mass General Brigham suggests large language models (LLMs), a type of artificial intelligence (AI), could be a helpful tool for doctors to streamline communication with patients. However, the study also highlights the importance of human oversight to ensure patient safety.
- The findings, published in The Lancet Digital Health, emphasize the need for a measured approach to LLM implementation.
The Burden of Physician
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Thyme Care Launches Virtual Palliative Care Program to Enhance Cancer Care
What You Should Know:
- Thyme Care, the leading value-based cancer care enabler, today announced Julia Frydman, MD as the company's first medical director for palliative care.
- An academic researcher and former assistant professor from a leading health system renowned for its palliative care and geriatrics department, Dr. Frydman
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WeightWatchers for Business Integrate with Personify Health to Offer Comprehensive Weight Management Solutions
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- WeightWatchers (NASDAQ: WW), (“WeightWatchers,” “WW,” or the “Company”) today announced that WeightWatchers for Business is partnering with Personify Health (formerly Virgin Pulse) to support employers looking to provide weight health care solutions for their populations.
- Now, organizations using the
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Every Cure and BioPhy Partner to Repurpose Existing Drugs Faster with AI
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- BioPhy, an AI drug development company, and Every Cure, a non-profit dedicated to unlocking the potential of existing drugs for new uses, today announced a strategic partnership to revolutionize drug repurposing through artificial intelligence (AI).
- The partnership follows Every Cure's recent funding from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). A successful pilot using AI led to the identification of potential treatments for diseases like sickle
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