Patient Care

This page includes news coverage of various aspects of patient healthcare, including new technology innovations, what is working, what is not, personalized medicine and remote and telemedicine delivery. Find specific news in the areas of Care Delivery, Digital Transformation, Precision Medicine, Remote Monitoring and Telehealth.

Dexcom issues new recall for CGM apps due to safety risk—users urged to update immediately
The FDA has categorized this as a Class I recall. If patients update their phone or watch apps as needed, they can continue to use these devices like normal.
Why all heart patients should be vaccinated against the flu, COVID-19, RSV
The American College of Cardiology has shared new recommendations highlighting the protective benefits of a variety of vaccines. The new guidance also examines how to speak with patients who are hesitant to be vaccinated.
Healthcare AI today: Oracle reborn with AI, care affordability point/counterpoint, healthcare jobs vs. AI, more
‘If it weren’t for the intransigence of the American Medical Association, we’d be well on our way to fleets of AI doctors diagnosing diseases and prescribing treatments.’
Practical pointers for using AI in remote patient monitoring
AI software embedded in video devices, wearables and sensors—not to mention actual patient monitors—can continuously track post-surgery patients in real time, sending predictive insights to care teams regardless of where they’re stationed.
Family sues radiologist, alleging 'negligence' contributed to loved one's untimely death
The patient’s family says the radiologist’s failure to notate an obvious abnormality prevented her from receiving timely treatment.

AI model predicts patient survival after cardiac surgery

The advanced algorithm could make a significant impact on shared decision-making.

58% of cardiologists have been named in a medical malpractice lawsuit

Cardiology ranked No. 10 among all specialties, with plastic surgery and surgery tied at No. 1.

Oscar Health partners with Emory on health insurance and care offering

Oscar Health has teamed up with Georgia-based hospital system Emory Healthcare to offer technology-connected health insurance and care at more than 250 provider locations in Georgia beginning 2022.

Data-driven ICM device management: EP’s ‘game-changer’ is building momentum

Sponsored by BIOTRONIK

The world of EP keeps getting busier and busier, and ICMs make it easier for clinicians to keep up.

Residents at private equity-backed nursing homes face higher Medicare costs, more ED visits

Policymakers should consider making changes to oversight and reporting rules given the findings, experts warned.

AI predictions of protein interactions to drive drug discovery, targeting

Researchers have used AI and 3D modeling to identify more than 100 heretofore undiscovered protein complexes and classify more than 700 that were known but until now remained obscure.

AMA updates policy to address lack of rural healthcare workforce

The American Medical Association has updated its policy to address the health needs of rural communities through workforce initiatives.

AI assists with kidney transplant follow-through

Researchers have used deep learning to predict success, failure or complications in transplanted kidneys by analyzing pathology slides at scale.

Patient Care

Dexcom issues new recall for CGM apps due to safety risk—users urged to update immediately

Why all heart patients should be vaccinated against the flu, COVID-19, RSV

Healthcare AI today: Oracle reborn with AI, care affordability point/counterpoint, healthcare jobs vs. AI, more

Practical pointers for using AI in remote patient monitoring

Family sues radiologist, alleging 'negligence' contributed to loved one's untimely death