Morning Headlines 12/27/19
The Watch Is Smart, but It Can’t Replace Your Doctor
A physician author says in a New York Times article that the public health value of the Apple Watch’s atrial fibrillation detection capability is overhyped and that even study participants mostly ignored its guidance.
Artificial Intelligence Is Rushing Into Patient Care – And Could Raise Risks
AI systems have already made significant healthcare mistakes as technology companies their rush products to market without the benefit of peer-reviewed studies and with minimal FDA oversight.
Mayo Clinic hires Rita Khan (United HealthCare, Best Buy, Macy’s) as chief digital officer.
Chicago-based Augmedics earns FDA’s F10(k) clearance for its augmented reality system that allows surgeons to visualize 3D spinal anatomy and track instruments and implants while looking directly at the patient.
History strongly suggests that AI applications in health care will be more often than not focused on reimbursement, cost containment…