The United States occupies a leadership position in clinical advancements, in terms of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, innovative care processes and interventional techniques. At the nexus of these advances are clinical...more
Academic health systems serve a vital role in the health and well-being of the communities they serve. They employ thousands of people and are an economic engine delivering clinical care, the training of health care...more
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Clinical trials are a lifesaving option for many cancer patients. But too many patients face barriers preventing access to this critical treatment.
Everyone suffers when patients cannot access...more
On January 6, 2022, the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) released its Proposed Research Agenda, linked to its newly adopted National Priorities for Health that was developed during a comprehensive...more
Removing Regulatory Barriers to Accelerate EHR Adoption -
Recognizing the potential long-term value of EHRs for improving care and reducing costs, many hospitals considered offering physicians financial support to...more
Litigation Arising from the Affordable Care Act: The Blessing and Curse of Interesting Times -
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has brought the most sweeping changes to the healthcare delivery and payment systems in the...more
Going Digital with Patients: Managing Potential Liability Risks of Patient-Generated Electronic Health Information -
Patients are increasingly using new electronic tools, such as personal health records and mobile...more