What You Should Know:
- Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) and kidney care provider Strive Health announced today a new multi-state, value-based care agreement for kidney care to more Medicare Advantage members.
- This expanded value-based kidney care partnership extends access to Strive's innovative kidney care model to Humana Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plan members living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) across five states.
Transforming Kidney Care
Read More
Digital Health | News, Analysis, Insights - HIT Consultant
Memora Health, Intermountain Partner on Personalized, AI-Powered Care
What You Should Know:
- Memora Health, a provider of intelligent care enablement platforms, and Intermountain Health, an integrated healthcare delivery system, today announced a multi-year partnership to implement innovative care delivery programs.
- The strategic integration aims to expand access to high-quality care for patients across Intermountain's enterprise, initially focusing on cancer care.
Revolutionizing Cancer Care with AI
The initial phase of the partnership will
Read More
Amwell Integrates Suki’s AI Assistant with Telehealth Platform
What You Should Know:
Suki, the leader in voice artificial intelligence (AI) technology for healthcare, and Amwell, a leading hybrid care delivery enablement platform, partner to bring the AI-powered Suki Assistant to Amwell’s Converge telehealth platform powering the digital care of more than 55 health plans representing more than 90 million people.This partnership showcases Amwell’s leadership in leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance outcomes for all stakeholders, from providers to
Read More
3 Ways to Get Started With AR and VR Technology in Healthcare
Augmented reality and virtual reality are innovative technologies that can provide tremendous benefits to the healthcare industry, bringing a deeper understanding of complex medical concepts to healthcare professionals and patients alike. Already, the integration of data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, telemedicine, and interoperability have begun to shift how healthcare is delivered; away from care that's centered around disease management and toward care that’s more
Read More
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital Appoints Jim Parobek as President
What You Should Know:
- OhioHealth Marion General Hospital today announced the appointment of Jim Parobek as its new president, effective March 4th, 2024.
- Parobek brings over 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership to the role, with a proven track record of success in building strong teams, driving strategic growth, and fostering community engagement.
Parobek Bio/Background
Parobek's extensive experience encompasses various leadership roles across the country, most recently
Read More
Healthpeak Properties Finalizes Merger with Physicians Realty Trust
What You Should Know:
- Healthpeak Properties, Inc. (NYSE: PEAK) ("Healthpeak") announced the successful completion of its all-stock merger with Physicians Realty Trust.
- The combined company will continue to operate under the name Healthpeak Properties, Inc. and will begin trading under the new ticker symbol "DOC" on the New York Stock Exchange today.
$750M Growth Loan
To support its growth objectives, Healthpeak has secured a new $750 million, 5-year unsecured term loan. The
Read More
Riverside Community Hospital Appoints Mike Hoyt as COO
What You Should Know:
- Riverside Community Hospital appoints Mike Hoyt as Chief Operating Officer effective February 27, 2024.
- Prior to joining Riverside, Mr. Hoyt served as Vice President of Operations at sister HCA healthcare facility Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado. During his tenure, he was instrumental in the completion of a new $77M six-story patient tower and completed the first three phases of a $20M kitchen renovation.
- Mr. Hoyt earned his Master of Healthcare
Read More
Geisinger Appoints Dr. Terry Gilliland as President and Future CEO
What You Should Know:
- Geisinger, announced the appointment of Dr. Terry Gilliland as the incoming President of Geisinger Health, along with his subsequent role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) once Dr. Jaewon Ryu transitions to CEO of Risant Health.
- The leadership change marks a new chapter in Geisinger's esteemed history, with Dr. Gilliland poised to become the eighth CEO in the organization's 109-year legacy.
Dr. Gilliland Bio/Background
With a wealth of experience spanning
Read More
Oracle-Backed Cancer Startup Project Ronin Shutters
What You Should Know:
- Project Ronin, a software startup focused on applying AI to improve cancer care, announced its closure, Bloomberg first reports.
- The company, co-founded by Oracle co-founder and chairman Larry Ellison, cited financial difficulties as the primary reason for the shutdown.
Project Ronin Background
Founded in 2018, Ronin aimed to develop solutions that could rapidly analyze and interpret data within electronic health records systems used by hospitals.
Read More
Envoy Medical Secures $10M to Advance Fully Implanted Cochlear Implant
What You Should Know:
- Envoy Medical Corporation (NASDAQ: COCH), a pioneer in fully implanted hearing solutions, announced today the closing of a $10M, five-year loan agreement with existing investor Glen Taylor.
- This unsecured loan will support Envoy Medical's continued development of its innovative hearing technologies, including:
- The Acclaim® cochlear implant: A fully implanted device designed for individuals with severe hearing loss. This investigational
Read More
