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Top 6 worries about healthcare AI among clinicians and patients in 2026
AI is now as much a part of U.S. healthcare as any other technology category in wide use across the sector. However, like no other technology, its role is “being actively shaped, not passively adopted” by clinicians and patients alike.
Connection uncovered between liability protections and downsizing decisions—in nursing homes, at least
When nursing homes lose their fear of getting sued for substandard care quality, they tend to make do with fewer caregivers, a new study reveals.
FDA highlights recall of certain Impella introducer kits after 3 injuries
This latest recall was put in place due to an increased risk of blood clots developing during use. Only a small number of hospitals are affected.
Medical societies respond after Trump administration questioned necessity of certain procedures
A recent OIG report suggested vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists and interventional radiologists may be performing medically unnecessary procedures in office-based labs. Now, some of the leading medical societies from those fields have provided additional context.
When used in the ‘wild’ conditions of the real world, large language AI stumbles
Asking medical questions of AI with language spoken “in the wild”—meaning with LLM prompts from everyday consumers—brings back answers with decidedly mediocre accuracy, a new study shows.

Video of Mathew S. Maurer, MD, director, Cardiac Amyloidosis Program, NewYork Presbyterian Hospital, explains how the American Hearty Association’s ATTR Amyloidosis Initiative is bringing together multidisciplinary teams to strengthen management of transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM). The goal is to catch more of these patients earlier and ensure they get timely care before they end up in advanced heart failure. #ATTR #Cardiacamyloidosis

American Heart Association takes on cardiac amyloidosis with new initiative

One of the project's biggest goals is helping clinicians identify patients in need of care earlier than ever.

Have clinicians been wrong about how they diagnose PAD?

The ankle-brachial index, a noninvasive diagnostic test for peripheral artery disease, may provide even more value than clinicians previously realized.

Social worker at hospital rocked by violence and split over what to do about it: ‘Why can’t [stakeholders] sit together and talk?’

In hospitals serving mentally unstable patients, it’s no easy job to balance sensitive patient treatment with effective worker safety. One U.S. institution has been finding out just how hard it can be.

FDA issues early alert over black matter in IV lines

Manufacturer ICU Medical is aware of the issue, first flagged by an unnamed healthcare organization. The company and the FDA are asking providers to monitor IV lines for any signs of particulates.

‘Advanced access’ scheduling pleases patients, strengthens PCPs

Primary care providers can significantly improve practice performance as well as patient satisfaction by making one workaday adjustment: leaving some appointment slots open to accommodate walk-ins throughout the day.

FDA confirms Class I recall for vascular device used by cardiologists and surgeons

The issue at the heart of this recall has been linked to three patient deaths.

money cost cutting Medicare scissors dollar economics

Nationwide private-equity backed hospital chain announces shift to nonprofit business model

Quorum Health said the move will allow it to save money through tax exemptions and provide its 11 hospitals with access to the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The health system is majority-owned by Goldentree Asset Management.

How BATMAN technique can reduce risk of LVOT obstruction during TMVR

BATMAN to the rescue: TMVR technique helps cardiologists reduce risk of LVOT obstruction

LVOT obstruction is a serious complication of TMVR. BATMAN may help protect patients from LVOT obstruction without leading to any additional risks.

Care Delivery

Top 6 worries about healthcare AI among clinicians and patients in 2026

Connection uncovered between liability protections and downsizing decisions—in nursing homes, at least

FDA highlights recall of certain Impella introducer kits after 3 injuries

Medical societies respond after Trump administration questioned necessity of certain procedures

When used in the ‘wild’ conditions of the real world, large language AI stumbles