MediFormatica Daily Digest – Wednesday, April 19, 2023 – (18 posts)

In todays fast-paced world, it is easy to miss out on important information, especially if you are trying to keep up with a lot of different sources. That is where the daily digest comes in – it is a tool that compiles all the posts created on the previous day, providing you with a convenient summary of everything that happened so you can stay informed, educated, and engaged with the Digital Health world around you.

	MediFormatica Daily Digest – Tuesday, April 18, 2023 – (31 posts) In todays fast-paced world, it is easy to miss out on important information, especially if you are trying to keep up with a lot of different sources. That is where the daily digest comes in – it is a tool that compiles all the posts created on the previous day, providing you with a convenient summary of everything that happened so you can stay informed, educated, and engaged with the Digital Health world around you. — Daily Digest
	From HIMSS 4/17/23   I arrived in Chicago in mid-afternoon Monday to lingering snow flurries, whipping wind, temperature in the high 30s, and near chaos in the O’Hare rideshare pickup area that made me glad to have a… — HIStalk
	Exploring exciting possibilities of healthcare in the metaverse Imagine a decade from now, you put on your augmented reality glasses or contact lenses, and when you look in the mirror in the morning, it will show you not just how your health… — Omnia Health Insights
	Microsoft AI employed by UW Health in managing Epic Systems medical records Microsoft has developed an AI system integrated into electronic medical records created by Epic Systems Corporation, which is being used by UW Health, UC San Diego Health, and Stanford Health Care to automatically draft… — DistilINFO Hospital IT
	Philips HealthSuite Imaging PACS Now Available on AWS by HIMSS23 Coverage 04/18/2023 Leave a CommentWhat You Should Know:Market-leading Philips PACS is now available on AWS for industry-leading availability, reliability, security, and AI-supported workflow enhancements.Expansion of the collaboration with AWS will support the… — HIT Consultant
	FL Health System to Launch Virtual Sitting, Nursing Capabilities By Mark Melchionna April 18, 2023 – Orlando Health is deploying a platform known as ThinkAndor to begin virtual sitting and virtual nursing resources to enhance virtual inpatient experiences. Created by Andor Health, ThinkAndor is… — mHealth Intelligence
	EMR Market Projected to Surpass US$ 44,025.00 Million by 2029 The global electronic medical records (EMR) market is projected to reach USD 44,025 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2029. The EMR market is driven by rising demand… — DistilINFO Hospital IT
	CDC success at Northwich creates model for reform of patient pathways The opening of Northwich’s Victoria Infirmary (VIN) Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) has enabled more patients to be seen in Cheshire for quick frontline diagnostic imaging, reducing waiting times and freeing up pressure on other… — Digital Health
	Patient engagement tech evolving as consumerization transforms healthcare As digital health and telemedicine technologies continue to explode, patients increasingly are being drawn into their care in ways unlike ever before. And hospitals and health systems know they must find ways to engage… — Healthcare IT news
	Racing Against Time: Modernizing CDC in the Age of Public Health Threats The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must modernize its data collection and communication methods to respond to emerging public health threats, according to CDC Director Rochelle Walensky. The CDC needs to coordinate with cities,… — DistilINFO Hospital IT
	Generative AI as healthcare’s co-pilot Generative artificial intelligence presents opportunities across provider functions and changing patient experiences, says Erik Barnett, North America advisory health and life sciences lead and digital advisory practice leader with Avanade, a digital, cloud and… — Healthcare IT news
	Horizon Healthcare Services Taps Talkiatry for Virtual Psychiatric Care After experiencing a home invasion in 2016, Robert Krayn, co-founder and CEO of Talkiatry, found himself in need of psychiatric care. But even in a metropolis like New York City, where he lived, he… — MedCity News
	Wellstar Health System Partners with Clear for Identity Verification Initiative Clear’s identity verification services are no longer confined to the airport. The company was founded to help travelers breeze through security lines, but it’s now pursuing partnerships with health systems.  On Monday, Wellstar Health System… — MedCity News
	From HIMSS with Dr. Jayne 4/17/23 I’m on my way to HIMSS after an eventful weekend. Saturday evening was to be a gala in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the program where I completed my residency training. The planning… — HIStalk
	XRHealth and Amelia Virtual Care Announce Merger, Creating the Largest XR Therapeutics Platform in the World Both Companies will Be merged Under the XRHealth Brand Name and By the End of the Year Are Forecasted to Have over 500K VR Treatments, Exceed 25K Patients Treated, and Be Deployed by Over… — Healthcare IT Today
	Latest FHIR Standard R5 Elevates Data Exchange, Interoperability By Sarai Rodriguez April 18, 2023 – The Health Level Seven International (HL7) unveiled its latest healthcare data exchange standard, HL7 Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources Release 5 (HL7 FHIR R5), an enhanced and expanded version… — EHR Intelligence
	Technology can reduce providers’ mental healthcare challenges CHICAGO-During HIMSS Global Conference’s Behavioral Health Forum, John MacKenzie, clinical program manager and behavioral health specialist at CommonSpirit Telehealth Network, discussed how to support caregivers and patients suffering from behavioral health issues using virtual… — MobiHealthNews
	Integrating AI into Patient Care: UPMC’s Approach UPMC is exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare delivery. While AI chatbots could help patients access information easily, they cannot replace physicians and care teams. Instead, AI could serve as a… — DistilINFO Hospital IT