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Tech Giants and Digital Health Startups Align to Improve Health

Alex Koshykov, chief operating officer, at Ukrainian headquartered BeKey_Inc., speaks with Medika.Life editor-in-chief Gil Bashe on the impact tech giants and small digital health...

The Benefits in Dignity, Savings, and Health of Aging in Place

Nursing homes and residential care facilities are undergoing a sea change as the many benefits of aging in place are seen, and people are beginning to refuse to leave their homes.

Reimagining the Healthcare Economy Through Information

It’s curious that we can do great things in the lab to save lives, but we can’t effectively or efficiently coordinate the delivery of information, care, or medicines to consumers.

Patient Satisfaction Surveys Earn a Zero on Tracking Whether Hospitals Deliver Culturally Competent Care

The CAHPS survey is required by the federal government for many health care facilities, and the hospital version of it is required for most acute care hospitals. Low scores can induce financial penalties, and hospitals reap financial rewards for improving scores or exceeding those of their peers.