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Forbes Healthcare Summit
2014-12-03    
All Day
Forbes Healthcare Summit: Smart Data Transforming Lives How big will the data get? This year we may collect more data about the human body than [...]
Customer Analytics & Engagement in Health Insurance
2014-12-04 - 2014-12-05    
All Day
Using Data Analytics, Product Experience & Innovation to Build a Profitable Customer-Centric Strategy Takeaway business ROI: Drive business value with customer analytics: learn what every business [...]
mHealth Summit
DECEMBER 7-11, 2014 The mHealth Summit, the largest event of its kind, convenes a diverse international delegation to explore the limits of mobile and connected [...]
The 26th Annual IHI National Forum
Overview ​2014 marks the 26th anniversary of an event that has shaped the course of health care quality in profound, enduring ways — the Annual [...]
Why A Risk Assessment is NOT Enough
2014-12-09    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
A common misconception is that  “A risk assessment makes me HIPAA compliant” Sadly this thought can cost your practice more than taking no action at [...]
iHT2 Health IT Summit
2014-12-10 - 2014-12-11    
All Day
Each year, the Institute hosts a series of events & programs which promote improvements in the quality, safety, and efficiency of health care through information technology [...]
Design a premium health insurance plan that engages customers, retains subscribers and understands behaviors
2014-12-16    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Wed, Dec 17, 2014 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM IST Join our webinar with John Mills - UPMC, Tim Gilchrist - Columbia University HITLAP, and [...]
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7 Dec 14
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10 Dec 14
Houston
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How Tech Advancements Are Shaping the Healthcare Industry

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                                   How Tech Advancements Are Shaping the Healthcare Industry

In the last few years, there have been countless strides forward made in the world of technology. For business owners, this has allowed a number of new and innovative solutions to issues that have persisted for generations. Naturally, with all of these advancements there has come a good amount of confusion. If you operate a business in the healthcare industry, you may be so overwhelmed with how many changes have come about in recent years that you fail to see which are most useful for your own establishment. 

From a heavy focus on data to a rise in AI-driven tech, there have been some significant trends sweeping through the healthcare world as of late. Take time to look over these points and learn more about how modern advancements are being implemented in medical businesses. 

A Reliance On Data

One major change that has taken place in the world of business in recent years is a shift to using data to solve all sorts of issues. Data has become a valuable resource because it can be applied to many specific scenarios. For professionals in the medical industry, data can unearth a wealth of information about patient preferences, new medical services, financial inconsistencies, and more. Of course, you must first learn how to accurately compile and analyze data in order to take advantage of all that this information can do for your company’s future. 

Give yourself time to learn more about your options with programs and apps developed for the purpose of conducting analytics. Find an option that feels intuitive to use and it can make a world of difference in how your data processing goes. 

A Focus On AI

Artificial intelligence has also made a profound impact on the world of healthcare. In triage cases, for example, AI has the ability to provide immediate assistance to a physician by offering to conduct scans or showcase relevant data and images. When a cardiologist uses an AI, he or she is able to put more focus on diagnosing and creating a plan of action as the computer takes on the more menial tasks that are related to the scenario. This has improved the overall efficiency of triage processes and has allowed specialists better insight into the needs of patients.

A super computer AI can be proposed in countless ways across various healthcare fields. Take time to learn more about how artificial intelligence can be used to expedite or improve upon various processes in your line of work and take the steps necessary to implement these modern changes around the workplace.  

A Shift In Marketing

Healthcare experts have also taken to digital options when it comes to promoting their services. In the past, a lot of marketing for physicians and others in the world of medicine was done by print ads or simple word of mouth. Now, it is more common for people to market themselves on the internet. If you’re hoping to see the best results from your marketing campaigns, you need to take a step back and assess what you can do to expand your reach and come to conclusions of more substance. 

Social channels can be a perfect place to take your healthcare marketing to the next level. Creating a profile on a site like Facebook allows you the chance to promote your professional side and develop a following. As you learn more about your audience from how they interact with your posts, you can create more relevant content and nurture your existing clients in a more direct way. What’s more, digital advancements have made it easier for healthcare companies to take advantage of cost-effect solutions like pay-per-click advertisements. Learn more about these ad options to see what they have to offer.

A Brighter Tomorrow

The healthcare industry is quite familiar with change. While some can be difficult to endure, the changes brought about by advancements in the world of technology have made it much easier to tackle a number of problems. From AI to PPC ads, there are countless options you can explore to take your company to new heights.