Disruptive business models may be the key to combating the rising cost of healthcare, writes Steve Lamb, vice president and lead partner at Memphis, Tenn.-based Implant Partners.
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For a company with a mission to "organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful," there is one industry in which Google co-founders are less enthusiastic about doing so: healthcare. This indifference isn't overwhelmingly apparent. The tech…
In the orthopedic sphere, new implant technology does not always lead to higher clinical value, so research and development opportunities are increasingly focused on cost-effective surgical procedures instead of implant-focused innovations, according to an Implant Partners post.
Healthcare providers are increasingly being encouraged, and even financially incented, to follow evidence-based treatment guidelines for their patients. However, what if guidelines don't exist? Or, what if certain, potentially effective, treatments may help, but evidence to support their use is…
Charlotte, N.C.-based Premier recently held its sixth annual Innovation Celebration conference, featuring some of the latest medical innovations for patients.
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The Healthcare Association of New York State has launched its NYS Triple Aim campaign, highlighting member hospitals and health systems that are transforming healthcare by focusing on healthcare's triple aim: improving population health, enhancing patient care quality and lowering costs.
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Irving, Texas-based Novation will host its annual Innovative Technology Expo on Sept. 10, featuring the latest innovation in healthcare technologies aimed to improve patient outcomes and healthcare worker safety, according to a news release.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved marketing of the DEKA Arm System, the first prosthetic arm powered by electric signals from the user's muscles.
Dr. Anthony Rinella of Illinois Spine and Scoliosis Center will present a special session on scoliosis at Becker’s 12th Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference + The Business of Spine. Save on admission by registering prior to May…