Literature Review

Technology Documentation Automation a Priority in Hospice AI Hospice News; by Jim Parker; 12/15/25 Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly proliferating throughout health care and beyond. Among its many applications, streamlining documentation is among the most prevalent for hospices. Hospices leverage documentation software for a wide array of functions, including visit scheduling, care plan updates, interdisciplinary team notes, medication management and bereavement services, as well as billing, compliance tracking and family communication, among other functions.

Q&A: What is the relationship between AI and clinical informatics? CDW Healthcare; by Jordan Scott; 12/8/25 ... Health systems are seeking ways to address workflow inefficiencies with artificial intelligence, but if those tools aren’t implemented with a deep understanding of existing workflows and IT environments, then they aren’t likely to succeed. Clinical informaticists are well versed in health IT implementation and the change management required to ensure buy-in and adoption. HealthTech spoke with Murielle Beene, senior vice president and chief health informatics officer at Trinity Health — a large, not-for-profit health system with 92 hospitals across 25 states — about how AI is changing the field of clinical informatics. 

10 big themes for AI in healthcare heading into 2026 Becker's Health IT; by Laura Dyrda; 11/18/25 Artificial intelligence has evolved from experimental pilots to a foundational part of healthcare strategy. Across eight sessions at the Becker’s CEO + CFO Roundtable AI Summit, hospital and health system leaders described how they are moving beyond hype to build governance, data discipline, and measurable impact. Ten key themes emerged that define where AI in healthcare stands today — and where it’s headed next. ...

Bridging the gap: A scoping review of clinical decision support systems in end-of-life care for older adults Journal of Palliative Medicine; by Susanny J Beltran, Lainey Dorris, Marie Hamel, Shanelle Harvey, Mustafa Ozkaynak, Kenan Sualp; 11/17/25 online ahead of print Background: ...  This scoping review maps the current landscape of clinical decision support (CDS) systems in EOL care, identifies key system types, and examines their effectiveness in guiding clinical decisions. ... Results: A total of 31 studies were included, categorizing CDS systems into prognostic tools, referral tools, and care informing tools. ...

Applied transformation in healthcare: From digital dreams to operational reality | Viewpoint Chief Healthcare Executive - Opinion; by Clay Holderman; 11/17/25 Healthcare’s digital transformation journey has entered a new, more demanding phase. No longer is it enough to simply adopt technology. Health systems are now expected to show tangible results: stronger margins, better patient access, and improved outcomes are under greater pressure than ever before. ... Here are three key insights from our analysis, and what healthcare leaders can do to make progress real.

New guidance offered for responsible AI use in health care - American Heart Association Science Advisory American Heart Association; by Newsroom; 11/10/25 Published in the Association’s flagship journal, Circulation, the advisory, “Pragmatic Approaches to the Evaluation and Monitoring of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare,” introduces a pragmatic, risk-based framework for evaluating and monitoring artificial intelligence (AI) tools in cardiovascular and stroke care. It builds on prior published AI frameworks to identify critical gaps in current practices. 

10 smart questions to ask before hiring an IT services company DesignRush; by Sergio Oliveira; 10/28/25 A first-hand guide for CEOs on how to vet IT vendors, avoid scope traps, and ensure accountability beyond the pitch. ... Every IT partner looks capable during a pitch — that’s their job. The challenge is separating an agency's confidence from day-to-day reality. I’ve learned that asking the right questions early is the only way to find out how potential agencies will handle change, protect uptime, and keep you in control of your own data. 

AHA responds to OSTP request on AI policies for health care American Hospital Association; by Ashley Thompson, AHA Senior Vice President, Public Policy Analysis and Development; 10/27/25 ... On behalf of our nearly 5,000 member hospitals, health systems and other health care organizations, our clinician partners — including more than 270,000 affiliated physicians, 2 million nurses and other caregivers — and the 43,000 health care leaders who belong to our professional membership groups, the American Hospital Association (AHA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comment on the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) request for information (RFI) regarding regulatory reform on artificial intelligence (AI). ... [Our] members have urged that policy frameworks strike the appropriate balance of flexibility to enable innovation while ensuring patient safety. The AHA offers four categories of recommendations to maximize the potential for AI to improve care, accelerate innovation and support the health care workforce.

The importance of email security SecurityScorecard; by Steve Cobb; 10/10/25 ... Email-based attacks account for over 90% of successful cyber incidents, making email protection a fundamental component of any robust cybersecurity strategy. From sophisticated phishing campaigns to advanced persistent threats, malicious actors exploit email vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to corporate systems and compromise sensitive business information. ... Here are some of the most common threats to email security:

Facebook and perinatal loss: Facebook groups use among parents from the U.S., France and ItalyOmega-Journal of Death and Dying; by Livia Sani, Meryem Labouihi, Joanne Cacciatore, Marie-Frédérique Bacqué; 9/25This study explores how ... [Facebook] groups are used after perinatal loss and evaluates their psychological role for bereaved parents. We conducted a thematic analysis of posts from FB groups in the U.S. and France over one month; a third group from Italy was excluded due to insufficient activity. Four main categories emerged: emotional responses to loss, subsequently born children, mutual sharing of memories of their deceased children and practical information. Findings reveal similarities between the French and U.S. groups, particularly in how mothers express emotions, seek validation, and commemorate their children. The lack of active Italian groups may reflect cultural attitudes toward grief. 

Healthcare AI in the United States — navigating regulatory evolution, market dynamics, and emerging challenges in an era of rapid innovationMondaq; by Jones Walker; 10/7/25... As 2025 progresses, the convergence of technological innovation, regulatory adaptation (or lack thereof), and market shifts has created remarkable opportunities and complex challenges for healthcare providers, technology developers, and federal and state legislators and regulatory bodies alike. The rapid proliferation of AI-enabled medical devices represents perhaps the most visible manifestation of this transformation. With nearly 800 AI- and machine learning (ML)-enabled medical devices authorized for marketing by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the five-year period ending September 2024, the regulatory apparatus has been forced to adapt traditional frameworks designed for static devices to accommodate dynamic, continuously learning algorithms that evolve after deployment. 

How personalized medicine empowers patients and cuts healthcare costs Becker's Hospital Review; by Mary Sirois; 10/1/25 ... How do we unlock a new era of healthcare excellence? The answer lies in a fundamental shift: personalized care delivered within a truly patient-centered framework that improves satisfaction for patients and clinicians while enabling better clinical, operational, and financial outcomes across the healthcare ecosystem. ... Imagine a healthcare system where: