Healthcare continued its digital transformation in 2022, with sizable shifts toward artificial intelligence, digital front doors and remote patient monitoring, as well as big moves from outside disruptors and EHR vendors.
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UPMC launching new ambulatory services division
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is launching a new division of community and ambulatory services to expand access to ASC services, according to a Dec. 15 news release from the health system.
Former hospital executive joins digital health startup founded by Jefferson Health, General Catalyst
Benjamin Maisano, the former chief digital and innovation officer of Morristown, N.J.-based Atlantic Health System and former chief technology officer of New York City-based Mount Sinai Health System, has joined digital health startup Tendo.
Watchmaker Omega donates $2.5M to eye care
Watchmaker Omega has renewed its partnership with eye care nonprofit Orbis International for another five years, pledging $2.5 million in support to the eye care provider.
Pioneers Memorial downgraded to 'B' rating amid steep operational challenges
Brawley, Calif.-based Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District was downgraded three notches to “B” amid ongoing operational challenges that have resulted in its number of days of cash on hand potentially going as low as 15, Fitch Ratings said Dec. 15.
Gramercy Surgery Center, Sorin Medical to launch vascular program
Gramercy Surgery Center and Sorin Medical, both in New York City, have teamed up to launch the Gramercy Vascular Program to connect patients who need vascular care with physicians at Sorin Medical.
5 colonoscopy updates
Here are five colonoscopy updates Becker’s has reported on since Nov. 1:
EyeSouth Partners affiliates with North Park Ophthalmology
Atlanta-based EyeSouth Partners has affiliated with Pittsburgh-based North Park Ophthalmology.
35+ healthcare bankruptcies in 2022
Becker’s has reported on at least 19 hospitals or health systems in 2022 that either filed for bankruptcy, closed or announced plans to close, while a Dec. 5 report from S&P Global Market Intelligence shows 35 corporate healthcare bankruptcies as of No…
Colorado gastroenterologist to retire after over 40 years of care
Mark McCaulley, MD, of Steamboat, Colo.-based Yampa Valley Medical Associates will retire from the organization Dec. 27 after 43 years of medical service, Steamboat Pilot & Today reported Dec. 18.
