Technology

Lance Grady Discusses Continued Use of Digital Tools in Specialty Pharmacy

November 23rd 2021, 3:15pm

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There has been significant use of digital tools in specialty pharmacy during the COVID-19 pandemic, but it remains to be seen if that move will remain permanent in addition to other offerings, in a less acute setting of care, said Lance Grady, market access practice director, Avalere Health.

Closed-Loop Insulin System Is Cost-effective in Type 1 Diabetes, Analysis Says

November 15th 2021, 9:15pm

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Lower indirect costs and a lower incidence of serious complications offset the higher cost of the advanced hybrid closed-loop insulin system.

Ophthalmology at Crossroads for Information Technology, AI

November 14th 2021, 3:30pm

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The field of ophthalmology had already been moving toward telehealth and artificial intelligence (AI) before the COVID-19 pandemic, but these changes are being accelerated now, making it crucial for ophthalmologists to learn to adapt.

Dr Aaron Lee Discusses the Future of AI in Ophthalmology

November 13th 2021, 9:15pm

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Aaron Lee, MD, an associate professor of ophthalmology at University of Washington, describes how artificial intelligence (AI) is used in ophthalmology now and how it could be utilized in the future.

Darren Chen Highlights Virtual Visit Success in Ophthalmic Care

November 13th 2021, 2:15pm

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Certain ophthalmic subspecialties were more well suited for telemedicine use based on what tends to get covered in patient visits, said Darren Chen, MD student at Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences.

Jim Adams: Interoperability and Data Integration Can Improve Patient Pharmacy Experience

October 28th 2021, 9:23pm

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Specialty pharmaceuticals have a lot of promise, but patients have to go through hoops to get them. Technology can improve interoperability and create a better patient experience, said Jim Adams, chief innovation officer, AllianceRx Walgreens Prime.

Dr Heather Bonome: Specialty Pharmacy Has a History of Embracing Digital Tools

October 28th 2021, 3:00pm

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Specialty pharmacy was well positioned during the pandemic because it has a history of embracing digital solutions, said Heather Bonome, PharmD, director of pharmacy at the accreditation agency URAC.

Asembia 2021 Is Looking to the Future of Specialty Pharmacy

October 22nd 2021, 8:45pm

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At the fully in-person meeting of the Asembia 2021 Specialty Pharmacy Summit, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, attendees will get multiple sessions looking into the future of specialty pharmacy, as well as sessions on hot topics like telehealth and health equity.

Insulin Analogs, Pen Delivery Devices Most Used Among Patients With T2D

October 18th 2021, 9:30pm

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Using data from a nationally representative sample, investigators sought to determine trends in insulin device use.

Trial Details Efficacy of Long-term HCL Therapy in Pediatric Patients With T1D

October 15th 2021, 6:30pm

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Researchers conducted a randomized clinical trial to test the efficacy of a hybrid closed-loop (HCL) system among pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D).