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Hartford HealthCare uses AI to identify critical conditions faster

Hartford (Conn.) HealthCare has partnered with Aidoc to implement artificial intelligence technology aimed at accelerating diagnoses and improving patient care.

HCA Virginia physician group inks tech partnership

Laurel, Va.-based Virginia Care Partners, an affiliate of HCA Virginia in Richmond, has established a partnership with Pearl Health, a technology platform geared specifically toward independent physician practices, IT News Online reported Jan. 8. 

Where 5 ASC giants stand in 2025

Here are the most recent updates on five ASC giants as 2025 begins: 

Former physician sentenced for federal opioid crime

Alexander Otellin, MD, a former physician in Charleston, W.Va., was sentenced to three years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for the unlawful distribution of oxycodone.

A busy hospital M&A period continues

The beginning of the new year is off to a busy start for hospital and health system mergers and acquisitions with several deals announced, advancing or finalized. 

A busy hospital M&A period continues

The beginning of the new year is off to a busy start for hospital and health system mergers and acquisitions with several deals announced, advancing or finalized. 

What 11 health system marketing chiefs are watching in '25

Artificial intelligence and personalizing the patient experience via digital are top of mind for health system marketing chiefs in 2025.

Medical schools see record-high enrollment as applications fall: 10 takeaways

While the total number of applications declined in the 2024-to-2025 academic year, enrollment in U.S. medical schools reached a new high, according to data released Jan. 9 by the Association of American Medical Colleges. 

Aspirus Michigan hospital ends labor, delivery services

Laurium, Mich.-based Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital, part of Wausau, Wis.-based Aspirus Health, ended its labor and delivery services on Dec. 31.

Senate report blasts PE ownership in healthcare: 10 things to know

A Jan. 7 bipartisan Senate report titled “Profits Over Patients: The Harmful Effects of Private Equity on the U.S. Health Care System” heavily scrutinized private equity involvement in healthcare, particularly in underserved and rural communities.