AI in healthcare

Healthcare’s 2026 Reality: Growing Workforce Gaps, Tiered Access, and the Rise of AI Support

Healthcare systems are entering 2026 under mounting pressure. A growing, aging population and rising disease burden are colliding with persistent workforce shortages—highlighted by projections that new cancer diagnoses in the U.S. will surpass two million this year alone. The stakes are no longer theoretical: delays in care, limited specialist access, and widening disparities are…

The Tech-Enabled Hospital of the Future: Implications for Care Delivery

Gone are the days when a hospital was simply a place where patients received care. Today’s hospitals are rapidly evolving into highly connected ecosystems powered by advanced technology, networked devices, and real-time data. The modern hospital is no longer confined to physical walls—it’s a dynamic digital environment where data flows seamlessly, AI supports clinical decisions,…

Virtual Health: Enabling Employers to Tap into a Global Workforce

In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer of TruMerit, welcomes Laura Messineo, Chief Nursing Officer at WorldWide HealthStaff Solutions. With more than 35 years of nursing experience and two decades pioneering virtual health, Laura shares her expertise in using telehealth to expand access, empower clinicians,…

Patient Care and Orthopedic Innovation in the Age of AI: Why Human Skill Still Outweighs Robotics

The rise of artificial intelligence in medicine is reshaping how orthopedic surgeons diagnose, plan, and deliver care. From robotics in the operating room to AI-driven diagnostics and bone segmentation tools, orthopedic innovation is advancing rapidly. Yet, adoption in everyday surgical practice has been more measured. For example, in 2022, robot-assisted technology accounted for…

Smarter, Faster, Kinder: How AI Can Help Hospitals Deliver Better Care, All While Keeping Care Human

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword in healthcare — it’s becoming a real partner in how providers care for patients and improve everyday experiences. With rising patient expectations, limited resources, and mounting administrative complexity, hospitals and insurers alike are turning to AI to improve efficiency, communication, and satisfaction. In fact, Citi research…

Leading Through Change: Dr. Kevin Stevenson on Workforce, Innovation, and the Future of Healthcare

Healthcare is at a critical turning point, where staffing pressures, shrinking reimbursements, and rising patient expectations are reshaping the future of healthcare. According to the AACN Nursing Workforce Fact Sheet, the federal government projects more than 203,000 new registered nurse positions will be created annually from 2021 to 2031, reflecting high demand from an…

How Censis’ AI-Powered Final Check Drives Compliance, Accuracy, and Confidence in Sterile Processing

Sterile processing teams are under constant pressure—handling growing surgical demands, working short-staffed, and navigating strict regulations—so getting every instrument tray assembled right the first time has never mattered more. Even a single assembly error can cascade into costly OR delays or, worse, compromise patient safety. Recent research highlights that most surgical instrument errors stem from…

Philips Announces Plan for More Than USD 150 Million of New Investment in Manufacturing and R&D in the U.S. to Expand Production of AI-powered Health Technology Innovations

Global health technology leader, which serves 90% of U.S. hospitals, builds on top of existing U.S. investments to support local manufacturing and more than USD 900 million of annual R&D investment in the U.S.

Connecting the Disconnected: Inside Personify Health’s Mission to Make Personalized Care the New Standard

As healthcare costs continue to rise and patient needs become increasingly complex, personalization has emerged as a critical strategy in improving access, outcomes, and experiences. Despite 75% of surveyed Americans wishing for a more personalized healthcare experience, most health plans still offer one-size-fits-all solutions. But the shift toward personalization is more than just a…

Omnicell Tackles Medication Inefficiency with RFID, AI, and a Vision for the Autonomous Pharmacy

As healthcare systems grapple with persistent staffing shortages and rising patient volumes, the need for streamlined, tech-enabled workflows has become urgent. A 2024 time-motion study across four hospitals found that clinical pharmacists spend over 80% of their time on clinical activities, with nearly 12% dedicated to face-to-face patient interaction. That leaves less than 20%…

Sam Shields with Dartmouth Health

A rural health system pioneers digital transformation while serving an aging population across dispersed communities

Michael Blumenthal with Hyro

AI-powered healthcare solutions are moving beyond hype as organizations implement real-world applications that drive measurable outcomes

Josh Newman with John Hopkins Medicine

How one health system is using AI to transform clinician workflows and turn IT initiatives into something providers actually want

Faith Balaban with Montage Health

Healthcare leaders are harnessing AI to combat clinician burnout while strengthening patient care delivery

Smart Tools, Safer Patients: Dr. Arpita Hazra Talks AI in Healthcare

Hospitals are leveraging machine learning and clinical data to identify safety risks before they harm patients

Interview with Robin Goldsmith

Healthcare leaders reveal how ambient AI is transforming clinical workflows and patient care at scale

Private Equity and Venture Capital Are Transforming Healthcare – But at What Cost?

Billions in healthcare investments fuel innovation while raising concerns about whether profit motives align with patient care

AI and Advocacy Unite: Tackling Women’s Health Disparities with Hologic Mia Keeys

A stark gap between women's health awareness and action reveals systemic barriers that delay critical cancer screenings in underserved communities

Market-Based Planning, Specialization and Technology To Shape Healthcare Provider Networks for Tomorrow

Health systems must strategically realign their provider networks to balance community demand with financial viability amid a looming physician shortage

Ryan Thousand at CHIME Fall Forum

A rural hospital CIO explains how strategic partnerships and AI-driven innovation help small communities compete with larger healthcare systems

David Clayton

A health system leader reveals why most digital health investments fail to deliver promised returns and what actually moves the needle

ROI Value in the Real World

Healthcare leaders must align on ROI metrics early or risk misalignment between technology investments and actual business outcomes

Neural Codes: AI Innovates Chronic Pain Management

Advanced AI systems are reshaping how clinicians diagnose and treat persistent pain conditions

The Next Frontier in Nursing: Embracing Tech & AI

Healthcare leaders reveal how AI and digital tools are reshaping clinical practice and workforce development globally

Digital Health Technologies are Reshaping the Future of Healthcare

Connected care platforms are expanding treatment access while enabling providers to deliver more personalized interventions at scale

3 Components of Virtual Nursing

The intersection of technology infrastructure, digital platforms, and skilled clinicians determines whether remote care models can deliver measurable improvemen

AI in Healthcare: Dr. Lina Bouayad on Improving Provider Efficiency and Patient Care

Automation tools are helping overwhelmed providers reclaim time for meaningful patient interactions while reducing administrative burden

AI to Enhance Efficiency and Ensure Content Integrity in the Material Review Process in Life Sciences Sector

Automating complex document reviews allows life sciences companies to accelerate timelines while maintaining compliance standards

AI Looks to Add the Value in Value-Based Care in 2024

Healthcare providers are turning to AI to unlock the financial and clinical benefits that value-based care promises

AI Can Harness SaaS in Healthcare Through a Variety of Different and Advanced Tools

Cloud-based software platforms are enabling healthcare organizations to streamline operations and improve patient care at scale