Category: Disruptors

Microsoft to develop AI-based healthcare services

Microsoft is partnering with Vietnam-based tech company VinBrain to develop artificial intelligence-based healthcare services. 

Can Amazon disrupt the pharmacy industry?

Amazon has experimented with different projects in healthcare the past few years, but its current focus seems to be at the pharmacy counter — the digital one, at least.

Walmart Health names new chief community health officer

Walmart Health has named Pritesh Gandhi, MD, as its chief community health officer. 

Amazon in the headlines: 7 recent healthcare moves

From rolling out a new medication prescription service, to clearing a regulatory hurdle regarding its pending One Medical acquisition, Amazon is continuing to increase its healthcare presence. 

Optum rolls out mobile clinics in Utah

Optum is rolling out mobile clinics for members across Utah.

Samsung's healthcare moves: 5 takeaways

Tech giant Samsung built its name in smartphones and software. However, the company also has made headline-grabbing moves in the healthcare space.

VillageMD's roster nearing 700 practices with Kentucky primary care acquisition

VillageMD has acquired the largest independent primary care practice in central Kentucky days after buying one in Texas.

Cedars-Sinai partners with womens home health company

Los Angeles-based Cedars-Sinai is partnering with women’s home health and virtual care company Tia to expand primary and specialty care options for women across Los Angeles.

IBM to cut 3,900 jobs, targeting healthcare and IT business units

Global technology company IBM announced plans to lay off 3,900 employees, or 1.4 percent of its workforce, in its IT services business and healthcare business unit, The Wall Street Journal reported Jan. 26. 

How Dollar General is testing the waters of rural healthcare

Dollar General is leveraging its store locations to bring more healthcare access to rural America, Pymnts reported Jan. 23.