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Editor's Picks
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Monkeys control robots with their minds
A researcher at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center has trained monkeys to use a robotic device controlled by sensors implanted in their brains. This remarkable story includes a video link showing the robot in action. Researcher Andrew Schwartz thinks the technology will be ready for testing in humans within a couple of years. He already has one willing subject—a paralyzed former ironworker eager to enhance the quality of his life. [Read More]
Robotic woman gives birth
A community hospital in Colorado deploys a robot to simulate childbirth. The technology is used to train nurses and caregivers in delivering babies. The baby robot is programmed to be realistic, and can turn blue if he has trouble breathing. Normal color returns upon proper application of a breathing tube. The robotic mom's features include a programmable hemorrhage that uses simulated blood and catheterization with flow of fake urine. As her uterus is massaged, it shrinks, and an instructor can reduce the bleeding. She can undergo vertex, breech and C-section deliveries. "What we want people to do is practice, practice, practice, so when it happens with a real patient they're very comfortable," said Laurale Cross, director of the hospital's Family Birthplace. [Read More]
Op-ed column urges health IT
The Washington Times recently published this editorial urging adoption of health IT. It cites the Rand study, which claims the industry can save $81 billion in healthcare costs by implementing clinical IT. The arguments raised in this piece—apparently written by a consumer—may be old hat to many industry insiders. And the Rand number should not go unchallenged, in my view. Nevertheless, articles like this suggest that the public drum beat for industry reform, IT adoption included, will continue to get louder. [Read More] |
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Tech Headlines
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Privacy versus portability
ECT News Network - June 3, 2008
Texas physicians debate computerizing medical records
Dallas Morning News - May 28, 2008
Hospitals, patients clash on privacy rights
San Francisco Chronicle - May 27, 2008 |
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Events & Product News
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Keane wins $1.5 million EMR contract
Tool looks to map, monitor, manage DICOM devices
Site targets medical tourists
Kolodner to address IT summit |
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Shared Success
Crafting a true partnership—often with a perceived competitor—is a complex task. Here's how some hospitals are doing it. [Read More]
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Audio Feature
Using IT to Boost Profitability: James Saul, MD, describes how an EMR boosted profitability at his 3-member internal medicine practice in Parma, OH. Saul presented at the 2008 TEPR conference. [Listen Now] |
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