The Most Overhyped Technologies in Healthcare
The hype about technological development in healthcare should not blind us in terms of the probabilities and possibilities of today’s healthcare and the future of medicine. To remain objective and conscious but still optimistic, let’s look at the most overhyped technologies and keep in mind the realistic development opportunities in healing.
You know the saying: the pessimist says the glass is half empty, the optimist says it is half full, and, well, the cynic asks who drank the other half? I’m truly an optimist – especially when it comes to the future of medicine and healthcare, but we need to ask the uncom...
Source: The Medical Futurist - December 5, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: berci.mesko Tags: Future of Medicine 3d printing robotics virtual reality wearables GC1 hype organs Source Type: blogs
Chest pain and new regional/reciprocal ECG changes compared to previous ECGs: code STEMI?
Written by Jesse McLaren A 45 year old presented with two weeks of recurring
non-exertional chest pain, now constant for an hour. Below is old and then new
ECG (old on top; new below). What do you think?Both ECGs have normal sinus rhythm, normal conduction and
normal voltages. There ’s a change in axis that may interfere with direct
lead-to-lead comparison, but there appear to be larger T waves in I/aVL and new
TWI in III/aVF. But do they represent acute coronary occlusion? Because of the ECG changes in a patient with chest pain, and
with inferolateral hypokinesis on POCUS, the cath lab was activated. But...
Source: Dr. Smith's ECG Blog - November 27, 2023 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jesse McLaren Source Type: blogs
3D Printing In Medicine And Healthcare – The Ultimate List
3D printing has demonstrated huge potential for the future of medicine in the previous years, and its development is unstoppable. See the impressive list of 3D-printed healthcare materials and medical equipment below!
How does 3D printing in medicine work?
3D printing in medicine is part of the innovative process called additive manufacturing, which means producing three-dimensional solid objects from a digital file. How the technology works, we explained in our article on bioprinting here.
As technology evolves, researchers work on various solutions. For example, engineers from the University of Buffalo have ...
Source: The Medical Futurist - November 7, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: berci.mesko Tags: 3D Printing Biotechnology Future of Medicine Healthcare Design Medical Education Personalized Medicine 3d printed biomaterial tissue engineering Video bioprinting GC1 Innovation Source Type: blogs
The One Teaching Strategy That Will Fix Your Anatomy & Physiology Course | TAPP 143
In episode 143 ofThe A&P Professor podcast for anatomy and physiology faculty, host Kevin Patton uncovers the super-secret, single,ultimate teaching strategy you need to keep your course tuned up andeffective. He also revisits the " out there "transducer model of the brain and suggests a connection with a recent discovery supportingquantum wave activity in brain cell microtubules. Yes, quantum waves in the microtubules. Kevin also clarifies and expands on those wacky" extra " courses he described in Episodes 140 and 141.00:00 | Introduction00:51 | Clarifying Kevin ' s Wacky Supplemental Courses15:50 | Quantum Acti...
Source: The A and P Professor - November 2, 2023 Category: Physiology Authors: Kevin Patton Source Type: blogs
What is the normal Pericardial thickness ?
An unusal conversation with a flamboyant student fellow,
May I know , What is the normal Pericardial thickness, ?
Which pericardium you mean sir ? ,Parietal or visceral?
Would like to know both .
It is variable sheet of tissue .You want the thinnest part or thickest part ?
Don’t beat around the bush .Tell some answer.
You want, autopsy thickness, or real life thickness as surgeon sees it ?
I want it in practical Imaging modality
Do you want Echo, CT or MRI thickness ?
I should say , its too much for a first-year fellow in reverse questioning!
Ok relax sir, shall I tell the systolic ...
Source: Dr.S.Venkatesan MD - October 20, 2023 Category: Cardiology Authors: dr s venkatesan Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: blogs
Fight Aging! Newsletter, October 16th 2023
In conclusion, a number of studies have shown that CD4+ Treg cells are crucial in the maintenance of peripheral tolerance and have an important role in the control of atherosclerosis-related inflammation. Therefore, Treg cells are a promising target of major research efforts focused on immune-modulating therapies against atherosclerosis. Developing anti-atherosclerotic Treg-based therapies faces challenges. However, rapid progress in genetic, epigenetic, and molecular aspects of cellular immunology gives hope for a fast-track solution.
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Delivering Senolytic Nanoparticles to Atheroscle...
Source: Fight Aging! - October 15, 2023 Category: Research Authors: Reason Tags: Newsletters Source Type: blogs
Pigs as a Model to Explore Links Between the Gut Microbiome and Chronic Inflammation in Aging
This study employed a comprehensive metagenomic analysis encompassing saliva and stool samples obtained from 45 pigs representing three distinct age groups, alongside serum metabolomics and lipidomics profiling. Our findings unveiled discernible modifications in the gut and oral microbiomes, serum metabolome, and lipidome at each age stage. Specifically, we identified 87 microbial species in stool samples and 68 in saliva samples that demonstrated significant age-related changes. Notably, 13 species in stool, including Clostridiales bacterium, Lactobacillus johnsonii, and Oscillibacter spp., exhibited age-dependent alterat...
Source: Fight Aging! - October 13, 2023 Category: Research Authors: Reason Tags: Medicine, Biotech, Research Source Type: blogs
Research Organism Superheroes: Tardigrades
A 3D rendering of a tardigrade. Credit: iStock.
“Water bear” or “moss piglet”? No matter what you call them, tardigrades have secured the title of cutest invertebrate—at least in our book. They’re tiny creatures, averaging about the size of a grain of salt, so while you can spot them with the naked eye, using a microscope is the best way to see them. They earned their nickname of water bear and their official name (which comes from tardigradus, Latin for “slow walker”) because of the way they lumber slowly and deliberately on short, stubby legs.
They’re excellent research organism...
Source: Biomedical Beat Blog - National Institute of General Medical Sciences - October 11, 2023 Category: Research Authors: Chrissa Chverchko Tags: Tools and Techniques Cool Creatures Research Organisms Source Type: blogs
Muscle: A Gripping Story by Roy Meals | TAPP 142
Get pumped up for Episode 142, where we have the honor of hostingDr. Roy Meals, the musculoskeletal maestro! 💪 We ' re gonnaflex our curiosity muscles and explore every nook and cranny of his latest masterpiece,Muscle: The Gripping Story of Strength and Movement. This episode ' s so dynamic, you might need a protein shake afterward!0:00:00 | Introduction0:01:13 | Re-Introducing Dr. Roy Meals0:04:08 | Muscle Strain& Why We Train0:13:53 | What Sword Swallowing Teaches Us About Muscle0:24:49 | Muscle Stories: Learning Should Be Fun0:38:48 | Staying Connected★ If you cannot see or activate the...
Source: The A and P Professor - September 19, 2023 Category: Physiology Authors: Kevin Patton Source Type: blogs
Magnetic Tentacle Robots for Minimally Invasive Procedures
Researchers at the University of Leeds in the UK have developed a magnetic tentacle robot that is intended for use in minimally invasive medical procedures, such as the treatment of tumors in the lungs. The soft tentacles are made from silicone. They are unlikely to cause tissue damage, and contain a series of magnets that can be influenced by external magnetic robots. The researchers hope that the technology will pave the way for minimally invasive procedures for lung cancer patients. In tests so far, the soft tentacles, which are just 2 mm in diameter, could travel 37% further into the lungs than conventional equipment. ...
Source: Medgadget - August 22, 2023 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Materials Oncology Surgery universityleeds Source Type: blogs
Transforming Patient-Centric Healthcare with Digital Humans
In conclusion, digital humans can play a significant role in alleviating current staffing shortages and challenges in delivering high-quality care. As we see the role of digital humans continuing to grow, we at Dell Technologies believe that digital humans and in-silico development will merge to form a true clinical digital twin – both visually and biologically.
Forward-thinking organizations are beginning to experiment with utilizing digital humans as a staffing augmentation service that can address staffing shortages or perform undesirable tasks. As the field of digital healthcare continues to evolve, the collaboration...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - August 17, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Guest Author Tags: AI/Machine Learning C-Suite Leadership Communication and Patient Experience Health IT Company Healthcare IT Hospital - Health System LTPAC API Dell Technologies Digital Entity Digital Humans Healthcare AI Healthcare Automation He Source Type: blogs
Proprio Raises $43M Series B Funding to Fuel Commercialization
First Light Field-Enabled Surgical Technology Company Secures Additional Institutional Capital to Drive Adoption of its AI-Driven Platform
Proprio, a Seattle-based surgical technology company, today announced that it has secured $43 million in Series B funding from new and existing investors. The capital fuels commercialization to address significant demand for Proprio’s AI-driven surgical navigation platform in the US and overseas.
Proprio’s flagship surgical navigation platform, Paradigm™, achieved a significant milestone this year by obtaining 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). ...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - August 17, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Healthcare IT News Tags: Health IT Company Healthcare IT Alf Grunwald Bird B. AG FDA Gabriel Jones Health IT Funding Health IT Fundings Health IT Investment PARADIGM Proprio Source Type: blogs
Study Courses Supercharge Anatomy & Physiology Success | TAPP 141
Get ready for a mind-bending 😲 rendezvous with Kevin Patton inEpisode 141, where he continues to spill the beans on histop-secret recipe for student triumph. 🏆 Brace yourself for this next adventure on his whirlwind tour of revolutionizing A&P 1 education, as we dissect the art of identifyingstudent pain points, personalizing preparation, and serving up the kind ofmentorship they ' ve been yearning for!0:00:00 | Introduction0:00:45 | One of Two Success Courses0:09:48 | Setting Up the Supplement Course0:18:44 | Structure of Class Sessions0:40:17 | Grading0:42:45 | Does an A&P Sup...
Source: The A and P Professor - August 17, 2023 Category: Physiology Authors: Kevin Patton Source Type: blogs
How Cuff Size Impacts Blood Pressure Measurement Accuracy – The Study
Conclusion
The journey through the nuances of blood pressure measurements unveils a pivotal lesson: individuality matters. The convenience of a one-size-fits-all approach, while appealing, may not stand up to the rigorous demands of health accuracy.
Each person’s uniqueness, from their arm size to their health conditions, necessitates a tailored approach, especially when it comes to something as vital as blood pressure readings.
Yet, the responsibility doesn’t just lie with the medical professionals. As readers, as individuals, there’s a clarion call for proactivity. Being informed, asking quest...
Source: The EMT Spot - August 10, 2023 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD Tags: News Source Type: blogs
Featured Health IT Job: Simulation Operations Specialist at Natividad
We like to regularly feature a healthcare IT job that might be of interest to readers. Today, we’re featuring the Simulation Operations Specialist at Natividad position that was recently posted on Healthcare IT Central. This position was posted by Natividad and is in Salinas, California.
Here’s a description of the position:
Inspiring Healthy Lives Through Community
At Natividad, our dedication to the people of Monterey County is at the heart of everything we do – from the health care services we provide to the specialized programs we promote. This commitment to our community spans more than 130 years an...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - August 9, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Health IT Jobs Tags: Career and Jobs Healthcare IT Health IT Jobs Healthcare IT Jobs Job Seekers Natividad Jobs Simulation Operation Specialist Source Type: blogs
