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Increasing Care Demand and Growing Workforce Shortage

Healthcare staff shortages are a growing global issue. At the same time, ageing populations and an increasing burden of chronic diseases are driving up demand for healthcare. The gap between rising demand and a shortage of healthcare workers is looming. HealthManagement.org spoke to Sourabh Pagaria, Executive Vice President & Managing Director of...
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A New Era in Operational Excellence - Predicting With Precision to Enable Better Patient Care

An overview of new technologies by Affidea designed to improve patient experience and medical outcomes while making clinical operations safer. Key Points Unplanned downtime from clinical equipment can negatively affect every aspect of the care delivery. Innovation is part of Affidea’s DNA, and it comes to offer an outstanding patient...
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The Future of Healthcare Workforce Development and Management

The healthcare workforce crisis is a global reality. The healthcare workforce is experiencing a shortage in staff and expertise, impacting staff well being and satisfaction. Fear of exposure to infection and transmission, staff shortages, inadequate personal protective equipment, and work stress has added an extra burden to an already stressful lifestyle...
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Short Acting Beta-Blockers in Critically Ill Patients With Heart Failure

An overview of the clinical evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of landiolol for the treatment of atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter with heart failure and effective heart rate control during arrhythmias. Supraventricular arrhythmias (SVTs) are common in post-operative and cardiac ICUs. SVTs increase the risk of death...
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How to Reach Gold Standards in Radiology Through Continuous Learning & Education - Affidea

Rapid developments in radiology and technological advances offer unique educational opportunities that can set the clinical standards for better patient outcomes. Affidea is committed to providing clinical teams with the necessary education and tools to lead the future of radiology. Key Points Radiology has a pivotal...
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The Main Challenges of Digitising Medical Facilities and How to Overcome Them

An overview of the challenges and strategies for successful implementation of modern IT systems in medical facilities. Key Points Hospital Information Systems (HIS) are designed to improve and digitise therapeutic and diagnostic processes. There are two types of medical systems that can be implemented: central systems and...
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Across the Regions, Agfa HealthCare is Making Image Sharing a Reality

An overview of large-scale, multi-site health IT projects which demonstrate how Agfa HealthCare has strategically and operationally guided clients, who make use of its flagship Enterprise Imaging platform, to fulfill complex requirements and bring to success tangible outcomes. Key Points A well-designed Enterprise Imaging platform...
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Expanding the Use of Remote Technologies in Healthcare

Health systems could reduce inefficiencies and achieve growth by strategically deploying telehealth technologies throughout the patient pathway. Remote technology can impact how caregivers deliver care. HealthManagement.org spoke to Sourabh Pagaria, Executive Vice President & Managing Director of the Southern European business of Siemens Healthineers,...
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Artificial Intelligence – Impact, Challenges and Opportunities

Dr Anjum Ahmed is the Chief Medical Officer at Agfa HealthCare. He has played an essential role in steering the company’s innovation strategy for Enterprise Imaging and Artificial Intelligence. Dr Ahmed has over 23 years of global experience in solutions innovation, governance, change management and digital transformation. Before joining Agfa HealthCare,...
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Integrated Cancer Care and Intelligent Imaging

Early diagnosis of cancer can lead to better patient care and better outcomes. In particular, the use of intelligent imaging technology along the patient’s journey, from screening to diagnosis to treatment, monitoring and follow-up, is essential. HealthManagement.org spoke to Dr Ben Newton, General Manager, Oncology at GE Healthcare, to discuss his...
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"One Ring to Rule Them All" in AI – Affidea’s Experience

An overview of Affidea’s experience on the road to AI implementation and the need to understand the complexity of integrating multiple AI solutions safely, offering clear benefits to patients and radiologists. Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Artificial Intelligence (AI) in radiology is growing at a fast pace. A 2020 study from the...
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