By Robert Kennedy, R.Ph, ANP, MBA Molecular Imaging and Therapy (Nuclear Medicine) Consultant Nomenclature. First off, Radioligand (RLT) or Radiopharmaceutical therapy (RPT) are different names for the same thing.  It is defined as the delivery of radioactive atoms to tumor-associated targets within the body’s cells. RLTs have several advantages as a novel treatment for cancer: unlike External Beam RadioTherapy (EBRT) or other forms of radiation, the radiation is not administered to the patient from outside the body, but rather it is injected inside the body. In contrast to chemotherapy ..read more

By Tony Gallagher, Director of Noninvasive Services, Baptist Health Lexington As healthcare steamrolls down the path of artificial Intelligence, we all need to remain acutely aware of the effect it will have on our various customers: patients, providers, and healthcare workers. Any progress in Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be viewed through the lens of how these groups might be affected. Questions like the following should be considered:  “Will this enhance or improve the life of a patient?” “Will this advancement aid or hinder a provider arriving at a diagnosis?” and” Will the inn ..read more

By Vibhuti Gupta, Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Data Science, Meharry School of Applied Computational Sciences With the emergence of mobile health technologies and the widespread routine use of wearables, person-generated health data has become a promising data source for biomedical research. The data generated through wearables are unique as it is collected passively, continuously, and objectively in free-living conditions, providing a personalized and comprehensive picture of people’s health. These smart devices not only help people pursue a healthy lifestyle but also provid ..read more

By Sean Maraj, Director, Imaging Services, Northwell Health As a Director of Imaging Services at one of the Northeast’s largest health systems hospitals, I have seen the crucial role medical imaging plays in diagnosing and treating various diseases and conditions. Over the years, technological advancements have significantly improved the quality and efficiency of medical imaging techniques. Today, emerging technologies are revolutionizing the field, offering new possibilities, and addressing existing challenges. However, adopting these technologies comes with its own set of hurdles, and their ..read more

By Blair LaVake, Director, Cardiology, UPMC Advancements in cardiac imaging are like Oscar nominations for Meryl Streep… they are constant.  Healthcare administrators must ensure that they are not only keeping up with the Joneses, but also that they are expanding access to these services through as many communities as possible. The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) Center is doing just that by training MRI techs in our system from Pittsburgh to north Central Pennsylvania and western New York. The key to success has been collaboration between m ..read more

By Rohit Sallagundla, Director Supply Chain Analytics, Kaleida Health Supply chain management is vital to the healthcare industry as it constitutes a significant portion of most hospitals’ operating expenses, second only to labor costs. The healthcare supply chain serves as the lifeline that sustains the industry, and for many hospitals, strategic and efficient supply chain management is key to the long-term viability and the delivery of high-quality patient care. Recently, the healthcare sector has faced unprecedented challenges, including shrinking margins and financial pressures heightened ..read more

By Leon Shpaner, Data Scientist, UCLA Health The Power of Data Science and Analytics in Healthcare The healthcare industry is presently undergoing an unprecedented metamorphosis, with digital transformation leading the charge. Data analytics and data science, two pillars of this digital revolution, are proving to be instrumental in reshaping healthcare infrastructure, delivery systems, and patient outcomes. However, as with any technological upheaval, these changes bring a suite of both positive and negative impacts that warrant thorough examination. At the forefront of the digital revolution ..read more

By Nora Osman, Associate Vice President, IT Service Management, Montefiore Health System Recently I began implementing a strategy to bring AI to my healthcare organization.  The reason was simple; to find ways to improve the customer experience while reducing the burden on the IT teams that deliver the service.  The approach I took was to deliver the most straightforward and shortest solution that gets technology out of the way of the clinical provider, enabling them to be better at their jobs.  This starts with eliminating all complexity for the customer while opening multiple ..read more

By Eric Snyder, Director, Informatics – University of Rochester, Wilmot Cancer Institute, WCI Informatics Group While my entire career has been centered in the technology space, I’ve had the unique opportunity to switch industries multiple times, travel the nation as a technology implementation consultant, lead red teams in the cyber security space, and architect and develop solutions for a multitude of healthcare systems. These diverse experiences have provided me with a unique perspective and have allowed me to access an internal knowledge base while tackling the technical problems of today ..read more

By Gregg Nicandri, Chief Medical Information Officer, University of Rochester Medical Center As Chief Medical Information Officer for UR Medicine, a mid-sized, 8 hospital system in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, my role is twofold:  I help to ensure that we are purchasing technology that supports our mission, and I lead a team that drives the effective adoption of that technology by aligning configuration with clinical workflows.  Before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been primarily focused on updating our technologies and processes to support digital and mobi ..read more