Scrubs

JUNE 7, 2023

The tech startup known as Neuralink just received approval from the Food and Drug Association to conduct its first human clinical trial. It may also be used to treat blindness, paralysis, and help people with disabilities use technology. He recently called the valuation “bonkers” based on the current state of the technology.

76

76

Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

All of these technologies can really change the way we do things,” says Lara Jehi, MD , a neurologist in Cleveland Clinic’s Epilepsy Center who also serves as Cleveland Clinic’s Chief Research Information Officer and the Discovery Accelerator executive program lead. Quantum optimization is helpful in clinical trials.

105

105

Consult QD

JANUARY 2, 2024

We face an era of rapid technological advancements, an increasing severity of disease in an aging population, and new and complex treatments. The ARC is a fertile ground for conducting multicenter clinical and translational trials and beta testing innovative medical devices.

Holistic Care 101

Holistic Care Best Practices Education 101

Consult QD

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Yet companies hoping to leverage this unique advanced technology can have difficulty gaining experience with quantum computing and applying it to their research and development work. There are only a few providers of the technology and access is expensive or very inefficient when free.

Business 104

Business Education Leadership 104

Consult QD

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Reduced-intensity haploidentical bone marrow transplantation (BMT) for sickle cell disease has resulted in durable engraftment with low mortality, according to the Blood and Marrow Transplant Clinical Trials Network (BMT CTN) 1507 study.

91

91

Consult QD

JANUARY 31, 2024

“Returning critical business operations within eight hours of an unplanned disruption was unheard of in the healthcare industry,” says Ian Willis, an enterprise architect within Cleveland Clinic’s Information Technology Division. This is a team sport that’s improved through trial-and-error and by having difficult conversations.”

Military 94

Military Business Best Practices 94

Consult QD

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Cleveland Clinic has successfully performed a minimally invasive gastric sleeve procedure using magnetic technology. Matthew Kroh, MD , section head of surgical endoscopy and vice chair of innovation and technology with Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive Disease Institute, led the team that successfully performed the operation in September.

Communication 89

Communication Patient Experience 89

Consult QD

JUNE 19, 2023

The UroMonitor, a wireless, insertable pressure sensor to assist in the diagnosis of urinary incontinence and other bladder disorders, is safe, feasible and well-tolerated in women with refractory overactive bladder (OAB), according to clinical trial data reported in the Journal of Urology. How does it work?

Patient Experience 88

Patient Experience 88

Consult QD

JANUARY 2, 2024

Dr. Schwen: This is a newer technology, a newer energy of what we call electroporation. Check out more Cancer Advances episodes at clevelandclinic.org/podcasts/cancer-advances or wherever you get your podcasts. Tell us a little bit about Nanoknife.

106

106

Consult QD

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Use of assisted reproductive technology (ART) to facilitate pregnancy is safe in women taking a break from endocrine therapy (ET) for breast cancer, as in pregnancy in BRCA carriers who have been treated for the disease. The data about ART are from a secondary analysis of the prospective POSITIVE trial.

67

67

Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Now, an enterprising Cleveland Clinic research project aims to identify the specific neural dynamics that underlie PD movement disruptions and use that knowledge to develop individualized, feedback-responsive “closed-loop” DBS technology to improve treatment. Either way, insights from the trial will help guide the team’s future research.

109

109

Consult QD

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Alternative approach Aquablation is an image-guided resective procedure that uses a heat-free waterjet controlled by robotic technology to remove the prostate tissue obstructing urine flow through the urethra. Mason is the first urologic surgeon with Cleveland Clinic in Florida to offer this approach.

Medicare 52

Medicare Patient Experience 52

American Nurse

MAY 2, 2024

Takeaways: Several innovations—insulin, glucometers, insulin pens—have helped to improve diabetes care and management Many of the current technologies are out of reach for some patients. However, many of these technologies remain out of reach for some patients. In the United States, the incidence of diabetes continues to rise.

Self-Care 71

Self-Care Education Health Literacy Promotion 71

Nurse Practitioners in Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Digital Marketing and HIPAA Privacy laws have changed and will continue to develop as technology does. Last year, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a bulletin concerning the use of online tracking technologies by HIPAA-covered entities and Business Associates.

HIPAA 195

HIPAA Business Nurse Practitioner Practice Management 195

Consult QD

MARCH 9, 2023

Historically, the idea of giving radiation a second time was taboo, but as technologies and data regarding retreatment of an area advanced, radiation oncologists have been able to shape radiation treatments to help patients with recurrent disease with reirradiation. Progression-free survival was 5.5

90

90

Scrubs

MAY 26, 2023

She said the program is still in the trial stage, but she hopes to get it out to the public as soon as possible. charity Spinal Research, which was not involved in the research, said Oskam’s progress is “very encouraging” but the technology still has a long way to go before it can be used on paralyzed individuals.

Communication 76

Communication 76

Healthcare Law Insights blog

MARCH 7, 2024

Every year, I look forward to the SXSW Interactive Health & MedTech Track, which showcases and explores the future of healthcare technology being created by innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts. Healthcare is undergoing a significant shift, aligning more closely with the intuitiveness and convenience of consumer technology.

HIPAA 52

HIPAA Health Insurance Telemedicine Legal Issues 52

Consult QD

MARCH 15, 2023

Real-world outcomes at one year with the Watchman FLX™ device used for closing the left atrial appendage are comparable to those observed in the clinical trial leading to its approval. Approval of the Watchman FLX was based on the PINNACLE FLX 12-month investigational device exemption clinical trial, which studied 400 patients.

75

75

Evidence-Based Nursing

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Use of technology by people with dementia and informal carers during COVID-19: A cross-country comparison. Implications for practice and research Consider patient and caregiver preferences for using technology. Offer training on the use of technology. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2022 Sep;37(9). doi: 10.1002/gps.5801.

Psychiatry 40

Psychiatry 40

Consult QD

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Neurological Restoration is conducting a first-of-its-kind clinical trial investigating the feasibility and fidelity of in-home teleneuropsychological testing for patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD).

Telemedicine 80

Telemedicine HIPAA Patient Satisfaction Best Practices 80

American Nurse

MAY 4, 2024

The Knowledge of INtravascular Determination (KIND) study aimed to understand the knowledge of frontline RNs regarding fluid status and fluid responsiveness and the use of associated technologies. According to studies examining nurses’ knowledge and use of PAC, only 50% to 70% correctly understood the technology.

Clinical Nurse Specialist 52

Clinical Nurse Specialist Education Nurse Educator Nurse Practitioner 52

Scrubs

MARCH 29, 2023

“We can detect [cancer] earlier than other known technologies … before the tumor has physically formed,” Tripathi explained in a recent interview. The technology is now being tested in the U.K. The results of the tool were published earlier this month in the journal Stem Cells. “We and the researchers hope to bring it to the U.S.

98

98

Consult QD

JUNE 7, 2023

Six randomized clinical trials have tried to demonstrate that EVT alone is not inferior to combined IVT+EVT treatment, but the results were inconclusive. Man notes, however, that this argument is based on the inconclusive trial results and the understanding that modern EVT technology is very effective in opening large-artery occlusions.

Medicare 52

Medicare 52

Health Leaders | Nursing

OCTOBER 4, 2023

That's a common refrain in many health systems, as health system decision-makers struggle to balance new ideas and technology against a perilous bottom line. "They see this as an additional expense until proven otherwise," she says. To inquire about attending a HealthLeaders Exchange, email us at exchange@healthleadersmedia.com.

Chief Nursing Officer 122

Chief Nursing Officer Telemedicine Patient Satisfaction Bedside nursing 122

Consult QD

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

In phase 3 trials, VEGF inhibitors including aflibercept and ranibizumab have significantly improved macular edema and visual acuity in a majority of patients with RVO. Using advanced analysis technology, assessment of fluid volume and other image features may provide insights into underlying biology and the likelihood of response to therapy.

52

52

Scrubs

JANUARY 4, 2024

It is also especially crucial nowadays, as technology further advances and more comprehensive eye tests are becoming more common. These free eyewear home trials mean nurses can select several frames, have them delivered to their address, and try the products on for up to one week.

Promotion 59

Promotion Business Communication 59

Consult QD

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

I have also witnessed the negative consequences when people wait too long or aren’t using the appropriate technology. Based on these findings the researchers emphasized the need for randomized trials to further explore this connection. I am so glad that we are finally seeing this evidence in the literature.”

Medicare 98

Medicare Health Outcomes Communication Education 98

Consult QD

MARCH 6, 2023

To help fill that knowledge gap, Cleveland Clinic staff reported at ISC 2023 on a retrospective analysis of 39 patients who met extended-window trial criteria but received MT beyond 24 hours. Editor’s note: The study has since been published in full in Journal of the Neurological Sciences.]

92

92

Daily Nurse

JUNE 6, 2023

Daily Nurse spoke with Lunsford about using ChatGPT in nursing education, the role of nursing educators in an AI world, and lessening the digital divide to make technological advancements accessible for all. How has AI integration become more prevalent with technological advancements in the healthcare field?

Nurse Educator 64

Nurse Educator Education Communication Best Practices 64

American Nurse

MARCH 6, 2024

Impact of the pharmacist-led intervention on the control of medical cardiovascular risk factors for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in general practice: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Certified EHR technology. Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2020; 86(1):29-38. doi:10.1111/bcp.14164

Telemedicine 98

Telemedicine Health Insurance Health Literacy Promotion 98

Consult QD

MAY 17, 2023

It’s new technology used safely in the right patient, with a good acute outcome,” he says. Thus, RF energy has remained the predominant technology for VT ablations, but its lesioning penetration depth also is limited, sometimes requiring the use of bipolar or combined endo- and epicardially delivered ablations.

Resume 97

Resume 97

Celayix

OCTOBER 18, 2023

We talk about technology below, but the right tools will allow your employees to input their availability which can be used when building a roster. Embrace Technology Leverage employee scheduling software to automate the scheduling process.

Work-Life Balance 52

Work-Life Balance Communication Business Best Practices 52

American Nurse

MAY 3, 2024

VR in healthcare Ioannou and colleagues attribute virtual reality’s (VR’s) surge within healthcare to technological advancements that have enhanced affordability, flexibility, portability, and immersivity. Pre- and post-educational surveys evaluated staff knowledge, competency, and willingness to use VR technology. JMIR Serious Games.

Nursing Informatics 52

Nursing Informatics Education Clinical Nurse Specialist Patient Satisfaction 52

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

You’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science or related field and the national and/or state certification required in your state. Clinical Trial Coordinator A clinical trial coordinator oversees clinical trials, which are research studies evaluating the effectiveness of new medications.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Private Practice Nurse Practitioner Licensing 52

Consult QD

AUGUST 14, 2023

When Hong-Uyen Hua, MD, a fellow at Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, asked ChatGPT about comparing trials of age-related macular degeneration treatments, it took mere seconds for the artificial intelligence (AI) tool to respond. Martin, MD , Chair of the Cole Eye Institute. ChatGPT-4 abstracts were scored an average of 10.8%

97

97

American Nurse

MARCH 5, 2024

A review of the evidence on technology-based interventions for the treatment of tobacco dependence in college health. Fouth generation e-cigarette vaping induces transient lung inflammation and gas exchange disturbances: results from two randomized clinical trials. A randomized trial of e-cigarettes versus nicotine-replacement therapy.

Nurse Practitioner 80

Nurse Practitioner Promotion Education Self-Care 80

Consult QD

APRIL 17, 2023

The findings lay the groundwork for eventual deployment of the technology to inform clinical decision-making for individual patients with AS and other cardiac conditions, as well as to predict treatment outcome and support the design, testing and selection of personalized medical devices.

Education 84

Education 84