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Why an IT executive got a box of chocolates for an AI project

Denver Health has had a “smooth rollout” with an “intuitive” AI technology that clinicians have loved, an IT leader told Becker’s. So much so he got a box of chocolates from one of them.

Top EHR-integrated AI vendors

Many health systems are choosing ambient AI solutions based on how well they integrate with their EHRs.

3 bird flu updates

Two rare bird flu strains have emerged since late January, prompting public health concerns during a freeze on federal health communications. 

Providence St. Vincent hospitalists reach tentative deal

Hospitalists and palliative care physicians from Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, represented by the Pacific Northwest Hospital Medicine Association, have reached a tentative agreement with Providence Oregon, according to Feb. 5 news …

VA moves forward with $330M Oracle EHR rollout

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is moving forward with its long-delayed rollout of its Oracle Health EHR system, following a suspension that began in 2023 due to technical and operational concerns, The Register reported Feb. 6.

Hospital group urges White House to grant tariff exceptions

The American Hospital Association has called on the Trump administration to grant exceptions to proposed tariffs on medical devices and pharmaceuticals sourced from Mexico, Canada and China. 

Georgia hospital CEO steps down

Michael Purvis has resigned as CEO of Candler County Hospital in Metter, Ga., according to a hospital news release published Feb. 4 by The Metter Advertiser.

UNTHSC taps retired U of Texas leader for interim president

Kirk Calhoun, MD, was appointed interim president of The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth on Feb. 1. 

VCU releases 1st trauma-informed resource for nursing homes

Richmond, Va.-based VCU Health has developed a trauma-informed care toolkit to help nursing homes comply with CMS requirements.

New Mexico hospital names chief medical officer

Las Cruces, N.M.-based Memorial Medical Center appointed Gregory Eberhart, MD, chief medical officer.