An LLM that fits on your phone, works offline and has passed the US Medical Licensing Exam. Oh, and by the way, it's open source. https://youtu.be/J9nJh33GM-w

An LLM that fits on your phone, works offline and has passed the US Medical Licensing Exam. Oh, and by the way, it's open source. <a href="https://youtu.be/J9nJh33GM-w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/J9nJh33GM-w</a>

Today: Doctor GPT, Don't Scoff, It's a Real Thing

August 13, 2023: Laura O’Toole, CEO at SureTest joins Bill for the news. They delve deep into the challenges of modern management and leadership, focusing on the rapid pace of change in our current business climate and how the adoption of technology, particularly in a post-COVID era, impacts the workforce. How can organizations balance rapid technological advancements with ensuring the well-being of their workforce? With remote work becoming the norm, how do leaders ensure constructive feedback without affecting morale adversely? If managers are indeed becoming more critical in a remote setup, what training and resources are essential to equip them for success? In the context of "human sustainability," what should leaders prioritize: rapid progress or workforce well-being? How transformative will generative AI be for administrative tasks, and how can it be harnessed to benefit both the organization and its employees?Key Points:Modern Management ChallengesWorkforce Well-beingRemote Feedback DifficultiesGenerative AI ImpactBalancing Rapid AdvancementsNews articles:Why the pandemic-era acceleration of health tech isn't going awayAs workforce well-being dips, leaders ask: What will it take to move the needle?So much of what we need to accelerate change in US healthcare is a new management cultureAs healthcare technology professionals, we're in a seismic shift. Artificial Intelligence is not just a buzzword—it's transforming our field and altering how we deliver healthcare. But with these technological advancements come complex challenges and unique opportunities. Are you ready to navigate this new landscape? Join us, September 7th, 1pm ET for an unmissable journey into the future of healthcare. Register Here.This Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

August 13, 2023: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-o-toole/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laura O’Toole</a>, CEO at <a href="https://suretest.health/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SureTest</a> joins Bill for the news. They delve deep into the challenges of modern management and leadership, focusing on the rapid pace of change in our current business climate and how the adoption of technology, particularly in a post-COVID era, impacts the workforce. How can organizations balance rapid technological advancements with ensuring the well-being of their workforce? With remote work becoming the norm, how do leaders ensure constructive feedback without affecting morale adversely? If managers are indeed becoming more critical in a remote setup, what training and resources are essential to equip them for success? In the context of "human sustainability," what should leaders prioritize: rapid progress or workforce well-being? How transformative will generative AI be for administrative tasks, and how can it be harnessed to benefit both the organization and its employees?<h3>Key Points:</h3><ul><li>Modern Management Challenges</li><li>Workforce Well-being</li><li>Remote Feedback Difficulties</li><li>Generative AI Impact</li><li>Balancing Rapid Advancements</li></ul><h3>News articles:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/why-the-pandemic-era-acceleration-of-health-tech-isnt-going-away.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why the pandemic-era acceleration of health tech isn't going away</a></li><li><a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/topics/talent/workplace-well-being-research.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">As workforce well-being dips, leaders ask: What will it take to move the needle?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/sachinhjain1_so-much-of-what-we-need-to-accelerate-change-activity-7086675922782715905-0CSu?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_ios" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">So much of what we need to accelerate change in US healthcare is a new management culture</a></li></ul>As healthcare technology professionals, we're in a seismic shift. Artificial Intelligence is not just a buzzword—it's transforming our field and altering how we deliver healthcare. But with these technological advancements come complex challenges and unique opportunities. Are you ready to navigate this new landscape? Join us, September 7th, 1pm ET for an unmissable journey into the future of healthcare. <a href="https://thisweekhealth.com/ai-journey-in-healthcare/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register Here</a>.<a href="https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Subscribe</a><a href="https://twitter.com/thisweekhealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Linkedin</a><a href="https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate</a>

Newsday: Remote Workforces, Rapid Pace, and Realistic Focus with Laura O'Toole

What if I told you it wasn't a slam dunk in my mind that a Healthcare CIO should have a seat at the table.  Well, today we discuss.

What if I told you it wasn't a slam dunk in my mind that a Healthcare CIO should have a seat at the table. Well, today we discuss.

Today: The Healthcare CIOs Seat at the Table

What can we learn from Zoom calling staff back to the office?  I also discuss what I've heard other health systems are doing.

What can we learn from Zoom calling staff back to the office? I also discuss what I've heard other health systems are doing.

Today: Zoom Calling Staff back to the Office??

John Halamka

Can you believe he said that.  I do, and we've been saying the same thing.  We have little transparency into the models training.  Gen AI may not give you the same answer twice.  Generative AI is probabilistic, meaning it give you the most probable answer, or in the case of Large Language Models, it's best guess on what the next word should be.  Regardless.  John believes it could be transformative.  

Can you believe he said that. I do, and we've been saying the same thing. We have little transparency into the models training. Gen AI may not give you the same answer twice. Generative AI is probabilistic, meaning it give you the most probable answer, or in the case of Large Language Models, it's best guess on what the next word should be. Regardless. John believes it could be transformative.

Today: Generative AI 'not reliable yet', John Halamka

You already know the answer, or at least where to start.  Today I just remind you.

You already know the answer, or at least where to start. Today I just remind you.

Today: Where Do We Invest in Generative AI

August 7, 2023: Curtis Hendrick, VP of Cloud Services at Optimum Healthcare IT joins Bill for the news. In a world where digital transformation is crucial, can a single empowered leader truly drive the necessary changes in large healthcare systems? How can organizations effectively adopt agile methodologies and embrace a culture of nimbleness to accelerate their digital transformation initiatives? What role does culture play in successful digital transformation, and how can leaders foster a culture that embraces innovation and change? Is it time for healthcare systems to move away from expensive, monolithic applications and embrace low-cost, agile products to tackle bottlenecks and achieve quick wins? What are the potential risks and benefits of adopting AI models in the cloud, especially in large healthcare systems with vast amounts of sensitive data? How can healthcare organizations navigate the complexities of data privacy and security when using AI and cloud-based technologies, considering the recent challenges faced by other companies?Key Points:Cloud evangelismImportance of AIAgile methodologiesAddressing risks in AIDigital TransformationNews articles:8 Steps to Digital TransformationAI leaders from Google, AWS discuss promise and perils of generative AIThis Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

August 7, 2023: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-hendrick/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curtis Hendrick</a>, VP of Cloud Services at <a href="https://optimumhit.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Optimum Healthcare IT</a> joins Bill for the news. In a world where digital transformation is crucial, can a single empowered leader truly drive the necessary changes in large healthcare systems? How can organizations effectively adopt agile methodologies and embrace a culture of nimbleness to accelerate their digital transformation initiatives? What role does culture play in successful digital transformation, and how can leaders foster a culture that embraces innovation and change? Is it time for healthcare systems to move away from expensive, monolithic applications and embrace low-cost, agile products to tackle bottlenecks and achieve quick wins? What are the potential risks and benefits of adopting AI models in the cloud, especially in large healthcare systems with vast amounts of sensitive data? How can healthcare organizations navigate the complexities of data privacy and security when using AI and cloud-based technologies, considering the recent challenges faced by other companies?<h3>Key Points:</h3><ul><li>Cloud evangelism</li><li>Importance of AI</li><li>Agile methodologies</li><li>Addressing risks in AI</li><li>Digital Transformation</li></ul><h3>News articles:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/8-steps-digital-transformation-edward-marx/?trackingId=iXLzqv5cQaygRKKCkunxsA%3D%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">8 Steps to Digital Transformation</a></li><li><a href="https://venturebeat.com/ai/ai-leaders-from-google-aws-discuss-promise-and-perils-of-generative-ai/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AI leaders from Google, AWS discuss promise and perils of generative AI</a></li></ul><a href="https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Subscribe</a><a href="https://twitter.com/thisweekhealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Linkedin</a><a href="https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate</a>

Newsday: Leadership, AI, and The Terminator With Curtis Hendrick

You ever wonder what it takes to be a healthcare CIO. Well it depends. It depends on the type of organization that is hiring you and the role they expect you to play. Today we delve into it. If you have any thoughts or ideas, shoot me a note. bill@thisweekhealth.com.

You ever wonder what it takes to be a healthcare CIO. Well it depends. It depends on the type of organization that is hiring you and the role they expect you to play. Today we delve into it. If you have any thoughts or ideas, shoot me a note. bill@thisweekhealth.com.

Today: The 4 Healthcare CIO Archetypes

Have you had an increase in your enterprise software contract cost.  That's just one example of the growing power of our cloud providers.  What is your strategy to avoid vendor lock in.

Have you had an increase in your enterprise software contract cost. That's just one example of the growing power of our cloud providers. What is your strategy to avoid vendor lock in.

Today: The Growing Power of Cloud Providers Amid AI Boom

Amazon's Clinic's launch and misstep.  However, we should look to see how they handle the consumer experience and be ready for a larger play in the future.

Amazon's Clinic's launch and misstep. However, we should look to see how they handle the consumer experience and be ready for a larger play in the future.

Today: Amazon Clinic's Mistake and Why it Matters

Today is a part of This Week In Health IT that is dedicated to propelling healthcare forward by amplifying the voices of advancement and innovation in health technology.  Managing Editor and Host Bill Russell has served on executive teams in healthcare, higher education, and Fortune 500 consulting practices. As Chief Information Officer for St. Joseph Health, a 16 hospital $6.5 billion system, he rapidly accelerated the diffusion of new IT strategies, adopted emerging models like cloud, agile development, and invested in two successful startups.  On This Week in Health IT, Bill utilizes his experience to prompt leaders, innovators, and organizations to share their stories in a conversational style to capture the wisdom of the industry. Stay up to date, prepare your team, and propel healthcare forward.  Subscribe today at https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe.

People trust Generative AI, are we going to fight this or work with it?  

People trust Generative AI, are we going to fight this or work with it?

Today: People Trust Generative AI, Do You?

Robbie Hughes

July 31, 2023: Robbie Hughes, CEO and Founder of Lumeon joins Bill for the news. How can the healthcare industry overcome the challenge of operationalizing digital solutions at scale? What are the key issues with the current approach to digital front doors in healthcare? What are the limitations of electronic health records (EHRs) in driving operational efficiency and reliability in healthcare? What are the barriers to creating a reliability culture in the healthcare industry? How can healthcare organizations create a cohesive strategy that integrates technology, marketing, and communication to effectively position themselves within the larger community? What role does cost, quality, and experience play in healthcare marketing, and how can organizations effectively communicate these aspects to consumers? What steps can be taken to measure and understand healthcare costs in order to provide consumers with predictable pricing and transparency?Key Points:Digital front doorsEHR limitationsReliability cultureBrand identityCost, quality, experienceNews articles:How marketing, digital health have blurred, according to Ardent's consumer chiefThe Digital Front Door is So YesterdayHow Can We Reduce Unnecessary Healthcare Spending in the US?"Rural Healthcare - Challenges and Opportunities" will provide practical strategies and real-world examples to navigate rural health IT effectively. Learn about unique issues, tools for overcoming challenges, collaboration opportunities, success stories, and envisioning a thriving rural health system. Transform your approach by registering now and embarking on a journey towards successful rural healthcare IT implementation. Don't miss this chance to seize opportunities and overcome challenges. Be there on August 3rd at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT. Register Here.This Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

July 31, 2023: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbiehughes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robbie Hughes</a>, CEO and Founder of <a href="https://lumeon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lumeon</a> joins Bill for the news. How can the healthcare industry overcome the challenge of operationalizing digital solutions at scale? What are the key issues with the current approach to digital front doors in healthcare? What are the limitations of electronic health records (EHRs) in driving operational efficiency and reliability in healthcare? What are the barriers to creating a reliability culture in the healthcare industry? How can healthcare organizations create a cohesive strategy that integrates technology, marketing, and communication to effectively position themselves within the larger community? What role does cost, quality, and experience play in healthcare marketing, and how can organizations effectively communicate these aspects to consumers? What steps can be taken to measure and understand healthcare costs in order to provide consumers with predictable pricing and transparency?<h3>Key Points:</h3><ul><li>Digital front doors</li><li>EHR limitations</li><li>Reliability culture</li><li>Brand identity</li><li>Cost, quality, experience</li></ul><h3>News articles:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/digital-marketing/how-marketing-digital-health-have-blurred-according-to-ardents-consumer-chief.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How marketing, digital health have blurred, according to Ardent's consumer chief</a></li><li><a href="https://www.providence-dig.org/blog/the-digital-front-door-is-so-yesterday/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Digital Front Door is So Yesterday</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2023/07/how-can-we-reduce-unnecessary-healthcare-spending-in-the-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Can We Reduce Unnecessary Healthcare Spending in the US?</a></li></ul>"Rural Healthcare - Challenges and Opportunities" will provide practical strategies and real-world examples to navigate rural health IT effectively. Learn about unique issues, tools for overcoming challenges, collaboration opportunities, success stories, and envisioning a thriving rural health system. Transform your approach by registering now and embarking on a journey towards successful rural healthcare IT implementation. Don't miss this chance to seize opportunities and overcome challenges. Be there on August 3rd at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT. <a href="https://thisweekhealth.com/leader-series-rural-healthcare-challenges-and-opportunities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register Here</a>.<a href="https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Subscribe</a><a href="https://twitter.com/thisweekhealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Linkedin</a><a href="https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate</a>

Newsday: The Digital Front Door and Reliability Culture with Robbie Hughes

Commoditization of services represents a buying opportunity.  Is that what's happening in voice transcription.

Commoditization of services represents a buying opportunity. Is that what's happening in voice transcription.

Today: AWS Healthscribe and a Look at the Future

We are buyers of AI systems, I thought it might be good to define AI.

We are buyers of AI systems, I thought it might be good to define AI.

Today: Let's Define AI

Just what the title says.  Are you structured for success.

Just what the title says. Are you structured for success.

Today: Are you Structured for Success

Human sustainability.  Today we explore why so many are leaving their current jobs.

Human sustainability. Today we explore why so many are leaving their current jobs.

Today: Workforce Wellbeing

July 24, 2023: Robert Elliott, VP and Executive Architect, ServiceNow Services at Optimum Healthcare IT joins Bill for the news. In a world where AI-generated code is rapidly growing, the conversation invites exploration into the future of job roles, the necessary skills for the next generation, and how AI might augment, not replace, our capabilities. It further addresses how AI could be employed responsibly to navigate and potentially mend aspects of the perceived "broken" healthcare system, while balancing innovation with proven systems. Is their a possibility of waste reduction through streamlined administrative processes, cloud computing, and analytics? Can a reflection on past healthcare startup failures, ethical considerations in healthcare tech innovation, and the factors influencing the success of startups in this fast-changing landscape aid in growth? What is the overall impact of these changes and innovations, posing the question of whether the evolving healthcare technology landscape is more of a boon or a bane?Key Points:Artificial intelligence potentialHealthcare startup considerationsServiceNow in HealthcareAI's Future ImplicationsReducing Healthcare WasteNews articles:The horses have ran out of the Barn and the Barn has burnt downHow Can We Reduce Unnecessary Healthcare Spending in the US?Council Post: Distribution And Decentralization Are Crucial In The Healthcare Sector10 Healthcare Startup Cautionary Tales (That Aren’t Theranos) - Halle Tecco"Rural Healthcare - Challenges and Opportunities" will provide practical strategies and real-world examples to navigate rural health IT effectively. Learn about unique issues, tools for overcoming challenges, collaboration opportunities, success stories, and envisioning a thriving rural health system. Transform your approach by registering now and embarking on a journey towards successful rural healthcare IT implementation. Don't miss this chance to seize opportunities and overcome challenges. Be there on August 3rd at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT. Register Here.This Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

July 24, 2023: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cloudyrobert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robert Elliott</a>, VP and Executive Architect, ServiceNow Services at <a href="https://optimumhit.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Optimum Healthcare IT</a> joins Bill for the news. In a world where AI-generated code is rapidly growing, the conversation invites exploration into the future of job roles, the necessary skills for the next generation, and how AI might augment, not replace, our capabilities. It further addresses how AI could be employed responsibly to navigate and potentially mend aspects of the perceived "broken" healthcare system, while balancing innovation with proven systems. Is their a possibility of waste reduction through streamlined administrative processes, cloud computing, and analytics? Can a reflection on past healthcare startup failures, ethical considerations in healthcare tech innovation, and the factors influencing the success of startups in this fast-changing landscape aid in growth? What is the overall impact of these changes and innovations, posing the question of whether the evolving healthcare technology landscape is more of a boon or a bane?<h3>Key Points:</h3><ul><li>Artificial intelligence potential</li><li>Healthcare startup considerations</li><li>ServiceNow in Healthcare</li><li>AI's Future Implications</li><li>Reducing Healthcare Waste</li></ul><h3>News articles:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/theodoretanner_there-will-be-no-programmers-in-5-years-activity-7083583954716393472-fJod?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_ios" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The horses have ran out of the Barn and the Barn has burnt down</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2023/07/how-can-we-reduce-unnecessary-healthcare-spending-in-the-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Can We Reduce Unnecessary Healthcare Spending in the US?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2023/07/05/distribution-and-decentralization-are-crucial-in-the-healthcare-sector/?sh=626fe165609e" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Council Post: Distribution And Decentralization Are Crucial In The Healthcare Sector</a></li><li><a href="https://www.halletecco.com/blog/10-healthcare-startup-cautionary-tales-that-arent-theranos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10 Healthcare Startup Cautionary Tales (That Aren’t Theranos) - Halle Tecco</a></li></ul>"Rural Healthcare - Challenges and Opportunities" will provide practical strategies and real-world examples to navigate rural health IT effectively. Learn about unique issues, tools for overcoming challenges, collaboration opportunities, success stories, and envisioning a thriving rural health system. Transform your approach by registering now and embarking on a journey towards successful rural healthcare IT implementation. Don't miss this chance to seize opportunities and overcome challenges. Be there on August 3rd at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT. <a href="https://thisweekhealth.com/leader-series-rural-healthcare-challenges-and-opportunities/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register Here</a>.<a href="https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Subscribe</a><a href="https://twitter.com/thisweekhealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This Week Health Linkedin</a><a href="https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate</a>

Newsday: Healthcare in the U.S: Election Cycles, AI, and Investment Strategies with Robert Elliott

Not all Healthcare CIOs are the same, nor should they be.  They each have different jobs with different requirements.  Let's explore.

Not all Healthcare CIOs are the same, nor should they be. They each have different jobs with different requirements. Let's explore.

Today: CIOs Don't All Have the Same Job

Interesting question.  Let's take a look.

Interesting question. Let's take a look.

Today: What Makes a CIO Truly Great

Imagine a future with unlimited bandwidth, storage and compute. Now, what is possible?

Imagine a future with unlimited bandwidth, storage and compute. Now, what is possible?

Today: Our New World Where Data Begets Data

Today is a part of This Week In Health IT that is dedicated to propelling healthcare forward by amplifying the voices of advancement and innovation in health technology. Managing Editor and Host Bill Russell has served on executive teams in healthcare, higher education, and Fortune 500 consulting practices. As Chief Information Officer for St. Joseph Health, a 16 hospital $6.5 billion system, he rapidly accelerated the diffusion of new IT strategies, adopted emerging models like cloud, agile development, and invested in two successful startups. On This Week in Health IT, Bill utilizes his experience to prompt leaders, innovators, and organizations to share their stories in a conversational style to capture the wisdom of the industry. Stay up to date, prepare your team, and propel healthcare forward. Subscribe today at <a href="https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe</a>.

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