- by Arundhati ParmarMayo Clinic has about 100 petabytes of structured and unstructured EHR data, and about 28 petabytes have been de-identified, but in the Mayo Clinic way. Now that data capability is being combined with institutional expertise to provide a compelling case for pharma companies looking to leverage data, AI and provider expertise in drug development. The […]
- by Frank VinluanInfigratinib achieved statistically significant improvement in growth rate and body composition in a Phase 3 clinical trial that tested the BridgeBio Pharma drug in achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. Regulatory submissions are planned for later this year. The post BridgeBio Stands Tall as Phase 3 Data Put Dwarfism Drug on Track for FDA […]
- by Katie AdamsTelepsychiatry provider Talkiatry has raised a $210 million Series D round led by Perceptive Advisors, bringing its total funding to more than $400 million. CEO Robert Krayn said the company is focused on scaling its clinician-employed model and improving outcomes as competition intensifies across behavioral health and virtual care. The post Talkiatry Rakes In $210M […]
- by Tomas GornyThe AI revolution doesn’t mean erasing the value of humans. It means giving nurses more time to do what they signed up to do — deliver care directly to patients. The post Empathetic AI Nurses Can Vastly Improve Nurses’ Work and Patient Care appeared first on MedCity News.
- by lfaubert[Sponsored] Here are the best disaster recovery solutions for health care organizations. The post A Guide to the Best Disaster Recovery Solutions for Health Care Organizations appeared first on MedCity News.
- by Sujay JadhavWhen applied with a rigorous, subject-matter-expert guided process, AI-currated RWD is an essential resource giving life science organizations new power to monitor the diverse variety of ways drugs are actually utilized post-approval. The post Blinded by Science: The Importance of RWD and Post-market Surveillance appeared first on MedCity News.
- by Brittany Cianflone[Sponsored] Small practices play a critical role in healthcare delivery, but they cannot continue to absorb ever-increasing administrative demands without consequences. The post The Hidden Administrative Tasks Draining Small Practices appeared first on MedCity News.
- by Katie AdamsMount Sinai Health System is betting on Microsoft’s Dragon Copilot as its ambient scribing tool of choice, a decision that followed competitive tests against rival vendors Abridge and Suki. Lisa Stump, Mount Sinai’s chief digital information officer, noted that the health system has been transparent with Microsoft that their partnership may change given Epic’s launch […]
- by Frank VinluanThe FDA’s refuse-to-file letter cited no safety or efficacy concerns for Moderna’s influenza vaccine, mRNA-1010. The company said the agency’s justification for refusing a review is inconsistent with guidance given prior to the start of Phase 3 testing. The post Moderna Says FDA Refusal to Review mRNA Flu Vaccine Contradicts Federal Rules, Prior Guidance appeared […]
- by Chris HouseAI can help health plans reduce friction, speed revenue-cycle throughput, and improve member experience, but only when it is deployed with strong data discipline, modern integration patterns, and a governance model that treats AI as “augmented intelligence,” meaning powerful, assistive, and accountable. The post From Claims Payer to Care Partner: What AI Really Changes in […]
- by lfaubert[Sponsored] Patient care improves when people get accurate test results from an excellent diagnostic company. The post This Diagnostic Company Is Rapidly Expanding in Emerging Markets: What to Know appeared first on MedCity News.
- by Steven LaneHealthcare cannot achieve its goals for quality, equity, and value without breaking down the persistent barriers that keep critical information siloed across sectors. The post The Next Frontier of Interoperability: Additional Clinical Data Sources – Dentistry, Devices, Social Care, and More appeared first on MedCity News.
- by Sachin H. JainThe challenge for policymakers is balance: encouraging rigor without unintentionally weakening a program that now serves the majority of Medicare beneficiaries. Thoughtful rate calibration can determine whether this transition strengthens the program or strains it unnecessarily. The post Medicare Advantage’s Discipline Era — and Why the Final Rate Notice Matters More Than It Appears appeared […]
- by Frank VinluanEvommune’s EVO301 met the goals of a placebo-controlled Phase 2a study in atopic dermatitis. The biologic drug neutralizes a signaling protein involved in multiple inflammatory pathways, which could differentiate it from the blockbuster Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals immunology drug Dupixent. The post Evommune Starts Making Case to Challenge Dominance of Sanofi’s Dupixent in Atopic Dermatitis […]
- by Arundhati ParmarElli Lilly has been in the news lately because of the announced $1 billion investment in a joint innovation lab with Nvidia, an AI powerhouse player. But AI drug discovery is only part of the story of where AI can be leveraged in biopharma. The post Lilly’s Chief Information & Digital Officer: AI Use Goes […]
- by Katie AdamsHealth advocate network Solace Health gained unicorn status after closing a $130 million Series C funding round. The startup’s advocates help with tasks like scheduling appointments, finding in-network providers, understanding insurance coverage and bills, and coordinating care across multiple clinicians. And they actually handle much of the work on a patient’s behalf, rather than simply […]
- by Jamie PlattSpeed still matters, but there’s been a shift in the industry. It’s not enough to be scientifically sound. Now, practicality is of utmost importance. The post From Pandemic Urgency to Practical Impact: How Diagnostics Investment Priorities Are Evolving appeared first on MedCity News.
- by lfaubert[Sponsored] Surfaces can appear clean to the naked eye while still harboring dangerous levels of microscopic organic material. The post Top ATP Tests for Effective Sanitation and Hygiene Monitoring appeared first on MedCity News.
- by Al WooThe new era is more predictive, assistive, and actionable. But providers and patients need to know what to look for. The post The Next Stage in At-Home Healthcare is Arriving appeared first on MedCity News.
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