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Health Systems Must Shift AI Use From Automation to Transformation
While healthcare investments in AI are two to three times that of other industries, most providers focus AI's power on tackling administrative tasks. But AI's true value is in transforming care, explain experts at the HIMSS AI in Healthcare Forum.
More patients now use GLP-1 medications after bariatric surgery to lose more weight
Losing weight is never easy. Now, some patients are relying on a one-two punch to drop those unwanted pounds.
Why UMass Memorial Health Is Slowing Down Before It Speeds Up AI
In a rush to be among the first, it can be easy for hospitals and health systems to succumb to the AI craze and deploy it prematurely. UMass Memorial Health, meanwhile, is taking a more measured approach before scaling the technology.
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7.9.26 |
Press Release
UMass Memorial Health Receives Second $30,000 Gift from United Way of Central Massachusetts to Support the Foster Children Evaluation Service (FaCES) Clinic
United Way of Central Massachusetts has awarded UMass Memorial Health a $30,000 grant to continue supporting the Education Navigator Program with its mission to connect children in foster care with the educational support they need for academic success and overall well-being.
7.8.26 |
Press Release
UMass Memorial Health – Milford Regional Medical Center Earns Primary Stroke Center Certification From the Joint Commission
Milford Regional Medical Center has earned Primary Stroke Center Certification from The Joint Commission, recognizing its commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based stroke care and improving patient outcomes.
7.8.26 |
Milford Patch |
Awards/Recognition
UMass Memorial Health – Milford Regional Earns Stroke Center Certification
Milford Regional's stroke certification means faster treatment, 24/7 expert care and evidence-based treatment from ER through recovery.
Every second counts when a patient suffers a stroke, and this achievement recognizes the unparalleled standard of care we provide to our patients.
Dr. Peter Smulowitz | Chief Medical Officer, Milford Regional
6.30.26 |
Telegram and Gazette |
In the Media,
Patient Care
UMass Memorial sounds alarm amid surge in serious e-bike crashes
UMass Memorial Medical Center is seeing three to five e-bike injuries weekly compared to roughly one every week during the same period last year.
6.29.26 |
Sentinel & Enterprise |
In the Media,
Innovations
Heywood Hospital Cuts Ribbon for New Helipad
Heywood Hospital representatives proudly marked a significant milestone on Wednesday with the official ribbon cutting of its newly operational helipad, further strengthening its ability to deliver rapid, life-saving care to the community.
6.25.26 |
Becker's Hospital Review |
Awards/Recognition,
Human Interest,
In the Media
5 Revenue Cycle Leaders to Know
Angela Confoey, Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle and Chief Revenue Officer at UMass Memorial Health leads a large, complex revenue cycle organization focused on protecting reimbursement, improving cash performance, reducing avoidable denials, and advancing a more reliable and compassionate patient financial experience.
6.25.26 |
Healthcare IT News |
AI,
Human Interest,
In the Media,
Innovations
Health Systems Must Shift AI Use From Automation to Transformation
While healthcare investments in AI are two to three times that of other industries, most providers focus AI's power on tackling administrative tasks. But AI's true value is in transforming care, explain experts at the HIMSS AI in Healthcare Forum.
It's no longer about 'Should we use AI?,' It's about 'Where should we … how exactly should we use AI?'
Dr. Eric Alper | Senior Vice President, Chief Quality Officer, and Chief Clinical Informatics Officer
6.23.26 |
Lown Institute |
Awards/Recognition,
Human Interest,
In the Media
2026 Lown Hospitals Index: Acute Care Honor Roll
Out of 2,718 acute care hospitals, 123 secured a place on the 2026 Lown Hospitals Index Honor Roll by earning “A” grades across Equity, Value, and Outcomes measures.
6.22.26 |
Becker's Hospital Review |
Human Interest,
In the Media
180 Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know | 2026
Mr. [Sergio] Melgar is Executive Vice President and CFO of UMass Memorial Health, where he leads finance, IT, revenue cycle and facilities management.
6.12.26 |
Press Release
UMass Memorial Health Earns Top National Recognition for LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care
UMass Memorial Health is recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s 2026 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI).
6.12.26 |
Telegram & Gazette |
Human Interest,
In the Media
Why this year's pollen season feels so intense
Dr. Stephen Krinzman, medical director of adult allergy and immunology at UMass Memorial Medical Center, said he doesn’t know if this year’s pollen count is higher than normal. What he does believe is climate change has made allergy seasons worse over time.
Decades to decades, pollen seasons are definitely worse...and a lot of that is attributed to climate change.
Stephen Krinzman, MD | Medical Director, Allergy and Immunology | UMass Memorial Medical Center
6.12.26 |
Patch |
Awards/Recognition,
Human Interest,
In the Media
UMass Memorial Health Earns LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care Recognition
UMass Memorial Health was named an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the foundation’s 2026 Healthcare Equality Index, the highest distinction in the national benchmarking report for LGBTQ+ inclusion and equity practices in health care, the health system announced Friday.
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