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Google Cloud Announces New Generative AI Advancements for Healthcare and Life Science Organizations

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at HIMSS24, Google Cloud announced several new solutions to help healthcare and life sciences organizations enable interoperability, build a better data foundation for their businesses, and deploy generative AI (gen AI) tools to improve patient outcomes.

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  • These search and question-answering capabilities now integrate with MedLM , Healthcare Data Engine (HDE) and Cloud Healthcare FHIR APIs , making it easier for healthcare and life science organizations to build the data analytics and AI solutions needed for next era health systems.
  • Configurable cloud APIs: Healthcare application developers can integrate the medically-tuned search directly into the clinician workflow tools using configurable cloud APIs.
  • "Not all generative AI is created equal, and in healthcare, the stakes are particularly high," said Aashima Gupta, global director for Healthcare Strategy & Solutions, Google Cloud.
  • For more information on these technology advancements for healthcare and life sciences, stop by the Google booth #2512 at HIMSS24 , and please contact your Google Cloud sales team to learn more.

New Medscape Report Reveals Progress Among Physician Burnout, Depression

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Mercredi, janvier 24, 2024
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NEWARK, N.J., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant development, the latest annual survey on physician burnout and depression has reported uncommon declines in the rates among U.S. doctors. This could signal an encouraging shift in the overall mental well-being of physicians.  Forty-nine percent of physicians told Medscape they feel burned out and 20% said they were depressed. In last year's report, the rates were 53% and 23%, respectively.

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  • Other noteworthy findings in the Medscape Physician Burnout & Depression Report: "We Have Much Work to Do" include:
    83% of doctors surveyed cited professional stress as the primary contributor to their burnout and/or depression.
  • To view the full report, click here: https://www.medscape.com/2024-lifestyle-burnout
    Similar to last year's report, physicians in emergency medicine reported the highest burnout rates (63%).
  • "We are pleased to report a positive shift in the well-being of physicians," said Jon McKenna, Medscape Senior Editor of Reports.
  • The 2024 Medscape Physician Burnout & Depression Report: 'We Have Much Work to Do' was completed by 9,226 U.S. physicians representing more than 29 specialty areas.

Thankful for Change: Concierge Physicians Grateful to Practice Medicine Their Way, According to New Survey from Specialdocs

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Lundi, novembre 27, 2023
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The pioneering concierge practice conversion and management company polled its expanding network of affiliated clients for opinions and insights regarding the “State of the Concierge Physician Medical Practice” in 2023.

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  • The pioneering concierge practice conversion and management company polled its expanding network of affiliated clients for opinions and insights regarding the “State of the Concierge Physician Medical Practice” in 2023.
  • “In the season of thankfulness, we are gratified to share the transformative effects of practicing in the Specialdocs concierge medicine model,” says Terry Bauer, CEO of Specialdocs.
  • “As reported in our latest research survey, the vast majority of our affiliated physicians describe their professional morale as very positive.
  • “Happiness with concierge medicine has been a total life changer…it saved my career and allowed me to love doctoring again,” wrote a survey participant.

Nuance Accelerates the Adoption of Generative AI for Radiology with PowerScribe Advanced Auto Impression Capability

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Mardi, novembre 28, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuance® Communications, Inc., a Microsoft Company, during the 2023 Radiological Society of North America's (RSNA) Annual Meeting shared its progress helping radiologists harness the growing potential of generative AI capabilities for radiology reporting built on the foundation of the PowerScribe platform used by more than 80% of all radiologists. Mass General Brigham and Quantum Radiology are among the healthcare organizations using Nuance's fully integrated Smart Impression capability. PowerScribe Smart Impression, our first radiology copilot, offers the capability to streamline workflows, accelerate reporting and increase radiologist efficiencies in a time of significant staffing shortages and clinician burnout.

Key Points: 
  • Mass General Brigham and Quantum Radiology are among the healthcare organizations using Nuance's fully integrated Smart Impression capability.
  • PowerScribe Smart Impression, our first radiology copilot, offers the capability to streamline workflows, accelerate reporting and increase radiologist efficiencies in a time of significant staffing shortages and clinician burnout.
  • PowerScribe Smart Impression is already delivering efficiency gains for users at health systems and radiology practices across the country.
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Legacy Healthcare's Botanical Drug Candidate for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata in Children Highlighted in Multiple News Outlets

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Mardi, novembre 21, 2023
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LAUSANNE, Switzerland , Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Legacy Healthcare, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing transformative medicines for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, continues to be featured in news outlets highlighting the company's lead drug candidate, Coacillium, for the treatment of moderate and severe alopecia areata in children and adolescents.

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  • LAUSANNE, Switzerland , Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Legacy Healthcare, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing transformative medicines for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, continues to be featured in news outlets highlighting the company's lead drug candidate, Coacillium, for the treatment of moderate and severe alopecia areata in children and adolescents.
  • However, the placebo group stays relatively about the same range."
  • Drug Discovery & Development published the article "Legacy Healthcare aims to upend alopecia areata treatment with a botanical drug" noting that the company believes Coacillium could be a blockbuster, given its promise as a treatment for alopecia areata.
  • Authority published an in-depth Q&A with Harti where he recalls the exact point in time when developing a first botanical drug became a clear objective.

1 in 3 UK Doctors Admit They Sometimes Get Faster Care Than General Public

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Mardi, octobre 24, 2023
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New research from Medscape UK examining the care doctors themselves receive from the NHS has found a third (34%) admit they get faster treatment than other patients.

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  • New research from Medscape UK examining the care doctors themselves receive from the NHS has found a third (34%) admit they get faster treatment than other patients.
  • In addition, doctors were more willing to refuse treatment options or insist on a specific course of treatment, with 56% of those surveyed having questioned their doctor’s choices.
  • Moreover, while some doctors have reported they receive better care, this view is far from universal,” said Dr Whyte.
  • The Medscape UK Doctors as Patients Report 2023 is available here: https://www.medscape.com/uk-doctors-as-patients-report-2023

H. Jack West, MD, Renowned Oncologist & Lung Cancer Expert, Joins Summit Therapeutics as Vice President of Clinical Development

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Jeudi, octobre 19, 2023
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Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: SMMT) (“Summit,” “we,” or the “Company”) today announced that Howard “Jack” West, MD, has joined Summit Therapeutics as Vice President of Clinical Development focused on lung cancer.

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  • Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: SMMT) (“Summit,” “we,” or the “Company”) today announced that Howard “Jack” West, MD, has joined Summit Therapeutics as Vice President of Clinical Development focused on lung cancer.
  • West brings a wealth of experience, and his knowledge in treating lung cancer patients is unrivaled,” stated Dr. Maky Zanganeh, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company.
  • We are thrilled to welcome Jack to our team.”
    Dr. West joins Summit from City of Hope, one of the nation’s leading cancer treatment and research centers.
  • As a practicing physician, Dr. West has been a principal investigator in over 20 clinical trials in lung cancer.

Hippocratic AI Launches Physician Advisory Council; Nationally Recognized Providers to Help Shape First Safety-Focused LLM for Healthcare

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Mardi, octobre 10, 2023
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PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hippocratic AI today announced the formation of its Physician Advisory Council to help shape its safety-focused Large Language Model (LLM) for healthcare.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hippocratic AI today announced the formation of its Physician Advisory Council to help shape its safety-focused Large Language Model (LLM) for healthcare.
  • Now, in helping shape the first safety-focused LLM for healthcare, they’re poised to empower the broader healthcare workforce, while simultaneously increasing patient access to high-quality care,” said Meenesh Bhimani MD, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Hippocratic AI.
  • The Physician Advisory Council further reflects Hippocratic AI’s commitment to building the safest and most medically accurate LLM possible.
  • “I’m thrilled to serve as an advisor to Hippocratic AI and play a role in guiding their LLM innovation.

Nuance Announces the General Availability of Dragon Ambient eXperience Copilot to Further Improve Healthcare Experiences, Outcomes, and Efficiency

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Mercredi, septembre 27, 2023
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BURLINGTON, Mass., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuance Communications, Inc., a Microsoft Company, today announced the general availability of Dragon Ambient eXperience (DAX™) Copilot, formerly known as DAX Express. Serving as an AI copilot for automated clinical documentation, the application uses conversational, ambient, and generative AI to enable more physicians to significantly streamline the creation of medical documentation, improving clinical efficiency, reducing burnout, and freeing their time to focus on delivering high-quality care. 

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  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here:
    Morgan Stanley predicts AI investment in healthcare will jump to nearly 11% in 2024, compared to 5.7% in 2022.
  • U.S. health systems are rapidly turning to AI-powered solutions to improve clinical efficiency and alleviate clinician burnout caused by heavy administrative workloads.
  • According to a recent Medscape survey , the number of physicians reporting feelings of burnout rose to 53% in 2023, up from 42% in 2018.
  • To see DAX Copilot in action, or to learn more about Nuance, connect with us at HLTH, October 8-11 in Las Vegas.

UK Doctors Least Likely in Europe G5 to Choose a Medical Career Again

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Mercredi, septembre 27, 2023
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A Medscape study of 4,347 doctors across Europe’s biggest economies has found that only half of UK doctors (54%) would choose the profession for themselves if they had their time over.

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  • A Medscape study of 4,347 doctors across Europe’s biggest economies has found that only half of UK doctors (54%) would choose the profession for themselves if they had their time over.
  • The UK result was the lowest of the European G5 where in Germany 72%, Spain 68%, France 62%, and Italy 60% of doctors would choose medicine if they were faced with the decision today.
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    Do UK doctors feel they are paid enough?
  • “Our research shows the UK leads the top five economies in Europe on doctors’ regret, in that around half would not choose a medical profession again if they had their time over.