Interoperability

American Hospital Association data shows hospitals are using automated processes for public health reporting for immunizations, syndromic data and lab results – but it's not always easy.

High levels of adoption and continuous optimisation are crucial in realising EMR benefits. 

It also comes with a strategy and architecture plan to enhance national digital health interoperability.

Lessons from hospital leadership on accelerating digital transformation.

A principle-based approach to AI adoption emphasises risk management and privacy and security, among others, says the Health Information Management Association of Australia.

Fostering a culture of transparency, accuracy, and respect for patient data may be key to fully realise AI's potential in healthcare, says a healthcare data analyst.

Also, New Zealand's Healthline is introducing a new GP booking capability.

The American Hospital Association, EHR Association, Premier, WEDI and ATA have weighed in on HHS' request for comment about digital health tools for Medicare beneficiaries, and on the current state of interoperability and health IT infrastructure. 

While 10 of the 28 companies in the 2025 NHS Innovation Accelerator cohort include AI in their tools, co-director Mindy Simon says the health system is primarily interested in useful applications that can connect to existing systems.

As nursing continues to evolve, nurses must educate themselves on informatics and digital health trends to provide better care for patients, says Regina Wysocki, senior informatics program manager at Lone Star Communications.