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The acquisition will also extend Ascend's support of the healthcare workforce outside of the classroom.

In 2025, providers will face an uncertain global economy, shrinking reimbursements, impacts of inflation, rising operational costs, more expensive labor and supply costs and administrative overhead costs, says AdvancedMD CEO Amanda Sharp.

Strong relationships and engaging with clinical team members is essential in assuring that AI projects are grounded in the real-world needs of their department, says Alda Mizaku, chief data and AI officer at Children's National Hospital.  

Joy Liu, founder and CEO of Plenful, discusses burdens faced by pharmacists, including a shortage of pharmacy technicians and compliance challenges and where AI can step in to alleviate some of the pain.

The company will provide Fairfax County, Virginia, with 24-hour nursing support and help staff other temporary healthcare positions.

Up to 400 people could lose their jobs at One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy, according to reports.

GlobalData's survey of 114 healthcare professionals showed 43% of respondents believe a lack of specialized skills and talents is the primary challenge they face with digital transformation.

Lisa Stephenson, CNIO at Houston Methodist, talks about her work with the HIMSS nursing informatics committee and how informaticists help healthcare leaders focus on adopting technology that will reduce, not add to, clinicians' burdens.

Grady Burrows, executive director of HIT in the CLE, talks about creating a demand-driven model for diverse, local IT teams and his work with colleges and employers to build a career pipeline for youth.

New technology can assist with documentation and free up resources for patient care, according to Whende Carroll, clinical informatics advisor at HIMSS.