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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Scipher and Savant Bio Partner to Build the Most Comprehensive Clinico-Genomic Dataset in Rheumatoid Arthritis
NEW YORK & WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Scipher Medicine, a leader in precision immunology, and Savant Bio, a Roivant-backed health data infrastructure company, today announced an expanded strategic partnership to build the world's most advanced clinicogenomic dataset in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The collaboration aims to generate high-resolution insights to support academic research, clinical trial design, therapeutic strategy, and real-world evidence generation. The collaboration centers on transforming real-world data from the electronic health records (EHRs) of patients tested with Scipher's clinically validated molecular signature test that predicts non-response to TNF inhibitor therapies, PrismRA ®. These data will be converted into structured, analysis-ready formats. By integrating deep genomic insights with comprehensive clinical context, the partnership aims to generate actionable real-world evidence to accelerate drug development in RA and related autoimmune conditions. 'Enormous potential is locked inside real-world clinical data, but much of it lives in an unstructured form,' said Brian Moriarty, Co-Founder of Savant Bio. 'By linking Scipher's validated genomic insights with structured patient journeys, we are creating the foundation for the next generation of real-world evidence to enable faster studies, richer evidence, and more targeted therapies in RA.' Savant's platform uses large language models (LLMs), paired with domain-specific quality controls, to extract structured variables from free-text clinical documentation, such as physician notes and pathology reports. Key enriched dimensions include biologic sequencing, disease activity scores (e.g., CDAI, DAS28), steroid exposure, radiographic findings, and treatment durability. Each output undergoes rigorous review to ensure accuracy and consistency and can be linked to claims, labs, and prescribing data for longitudinal analysis. 'As the leader in autoimmune transcriptomic data, we've long believed that combining molecular precision with real-world outcomes is key to advancing drug development in autoimmune disease,' said Reg Seeto, CEO of Scipher Medicine. 'By integrating structured clinical data through Savant's platform, we aim to enhance the utility of the growing Scipher dataset for applications ranging from trial design to market access — and ultimately support more personalized, evidence-driven treatment strategies in autoimmune diseases.' Initial structuring is underway on a cohort of more than 6,000 PrismRA-tested patients, creating one of the most comprehensive genomically defined RA cohorts with structured EHR data. Additional expansion is planned. The dataset will support critical use cases, including: Validating real-world predictors of treatment response Mapping treatment sequencing and disease control Building precision cohorts for post-TNFi trials Supporting post-market studies and label expansion The enriched dataset will be made available through collaborative research initiatives, co-publications, and structured licensing partnerships. Interested organizations are encouraged to engage early to help shape use cases and gain preliminary access to insights. About Scipher Medicine Scipher Medicine is redefining drug development in autoimmune diseases through its precision diagnostics platform, real-world data, and network biology. The company's Prism ® platform uses genomic signatures to guide therapeutic selection and generate insights into treatment response. Scipher has built the largest genomic biobank in RA, which is coupled with access to EHR data from a network of over 3 million rheumatology patients. Learn more at About Savant Bio Savant is transforming how healthcare and life sciences organizations unlock the value trapped in unstructured medical data. Its data abstraction platform combines advanced large language models with domain-specific quality controls to convert free-text clinical records into structured, analysis-ready data — efficiently, accurately, and at scale. Backed by Roivant, Savant partners with leading institutions across healthcare, life sciences, and research to deliver sharper insights and better outcomes. Learn more at
Int'l Business Times
08-07-2025
- Health
- Int'l Business Times
Making the Complex Click: Samuel Taylor on Rethinking EHR Rollouts and Digital Health Transformation
Samuel Taylor The healthcare ecosystem continues to advance. Electronic health record (EHR) systems introduce promising propositions, such as seamless care coordination, real-time patient data, and reduced administrative overhead. Bringing these systems to life is another conversation, however. Organizations find out that deploying EHRs isn't another IT project. It entails a full-scale organizational shift. Samuel Taylor, a seasoned digital transformation professional, stands as a partner for those seeking to bridge the gap between data, cloud, and strategy. Taylor has over a decade of experience managing digital transformation initiatives across both the public and private sectors. He holds dual degrees in Computing Information Studies and History, a combination that informs his ability to decipher complex technical systems and contextualize their human impact. His professional journey has taken him through national health programs, energy sector modernization, and data architecture for government agencies. In each role, Taylor's approach has been consistent. Analyze the dysfunction, re-architect for clarity, and execute precisely. Whether leading cross-functional IT teams, mapping legacy database dependencies, or developing real-time dashboards that surface operational truths, his mission is to make systems make sense and deliver measurable results. It's about solving real problems with sustainable, user-centered solutions. The experienced professional's experience in working with federal agencies, regional health providers, and utility companies has enabled him to witness what breaks down during EHR implementations. Taylor states that in the current climate, those breakdowns are happening more frequently. Health systems scramble to modernize. Why? Due to the mounting pressure from policy shifts, consumer expectations, and cybersecurity risks. "EHR rollouts have become ground zero for the broader digital transformation struggle," Taylor says. According to a 2024 report by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, 96% of non-federal acute care hospitals in the United States have adopted certified EHRs. However, only 37.5% report fully leveraging them for interoperable data exchange. The gap between adoption and effective utilization is glaring. Taylor believes that there are five challenges dominating the EHR rollout landscape. These include resistance from clinical staff, complications with legacy data migration, misaligned workflows, inadequate training, and integration failures. Such issues can derail launches, frustrate clinicians, and jeopardize patient safety. "It's not easy to adapt to change. Physicians and nurses are already burdened by heavy caseloads, so it's not surprising if they perceive new EHR systems as intrusive or poorly designed," Taylor explains. Without early involvement or ownership in system design, they might disengage. Similarly, migrating data from aging, siloed systems into a new digital infrastructure is rarely straightforward. Errors, inconsistencies, and lost patient histories can undermine trust before the system even goes live. Another problem? The frequent misalignment between technology workflows and real clinical processes. "What usually happens is that templated systems are dropped into complex environments without adequate customization. That naturally leads to workarounds, frustration, and decreased productivity. Taylor states that training is another issue. Many clinicians receive shallow, generic instructions, leaving them unprepared to navigate real scenarios under pressure. Last but not least, there are integration gaps, where the new EHR fails to effectively communicate with existing platforms like labs, billing, or pharmacy systems. Taylor proposes pragmatic strategies tailored to each challenge. To address clinical resistance, he advocates for the early inclusion of frontline users through clinical advisory boards, pilot testing, and the promotion of peer champions. Doing so can bridge the gap between users and developers, increasing buy-in and smoothing adoption. For the issue of data migration, Taylor highlights the need for rigorous trial runs and data quality audits led by a cross-functional governance team with expertise in system mapping. Meanwhile, to solve workflow misalignment, he recommends on-site observation of clinical routines followed by user story-driven system configuration. This can lead to fewer workarounds. When it comes to training, Taylor's solution is experiential. He emphasizes scenario-based simulations specific to roles, supplemented by short, targeted video content. However, training shouldn't stop at rollout. "On-call support during the go-live phase must be fast and responsive. Issue resolution must average under 15 minutes," Taylor states. Finally, for integration gaps, Taylor proposes developing an interface inventory early in the planning phase and deploying middleware solutions as needed. Only full-scale pre-launch testing across all critical systems can ensure seamless data flow and eliminate surprises on day one. Through these solutions, Taylor presents a new way of approaching digital healthcare transformation that respects complexity while insisting on usability, clarity, and results. For organizations preparing for EHR implementations or seeking to course-correct struggling rollouts, his insights offer a blueprint.
Hans India
07-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
IIT Delhi launches new online executive programme for AI in Healthcare
New Delhi: In a bid to empower healthcare professionals and technologists with artificial intelligence (AI)-based skills and to revolutionise patient care in the country, the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has launched a new online programme -- Executive Programme for AI in Healthcare, the institute said on Monday. The 24-week course is designed for clinicians, engineers, data professionals, and med-tech entrepreneurs, under the institute's Continuing Education Programme (CEP). It will equip participants with future-ready skills to drive innovation in patient care, diagnostics, public health, and hospital operations. 'At IIT Delhi's CEP, our mission is to build next-gen capabilities that respond to India's and the world's evolving healthcare needs. AI is no longer optional -- it's central to modern medicine. This new programme empowers professionals to lead that transformation,' said Professor Manav Bhatnagar, Head of CEP at IIT Delhi. The online programme offers a strong academic and practical foundation in AI for healthcare. Participants gain hands-on experience with clinical datasets, explore hospital data systems, and learn to build AI models for diagnosis, risk scoring, imaging, and predictive analytics. Starting with core AI and machine learning principles -- accessible to those without technical backgrounds -- it progresses to advanced topics like natural language processing on Electronic Health Records (EHRs), deep learning for medical imaging, healthcare automation, the Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring, and public health analytics. The participants will also develop AI-powered dashboards and decision-support tools, culminating in a capstone project mentored by IIT Delhi faculty. The launch comes at a pivotal time. The World Economic Forum projects AI could add over $150 billion annually to healthcare through improved outcomes and efficiency. In India, NITI Aayog and EY forecast the digital healthcare market, driven by AI diagnostics and remote care, to exceed $37 billion by 2030. The course will be delivered via live, interactive online sessions on weekends, ensuring flexibility for working professionals. Participants will engage with industry experts, med-tech founders, and hospital CIOs in dedicated sessions that focus on real-world deployment strategies and innovation trends. To ensure a seamless learning experience, IIT Delhi has also partnered with TeamLease EdTech as its technology and student success partner. 'Our collaboration with IIT Delhi brings a powerful AI curriculum to those at the heart of healthcare innovation. This programme will prepare professionals to bridge the gap between clinical knowledge and data intelligence, creating solutions that impact lives,' said Shantanu Rooj, Founder and CEO of TeamLease EdTech.
Business Wire
24-06-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
MedsEngine Helps Medical Practices Unlock $30,000 Per Provider in Additional Annual Revenue
DAYTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MedsEngine, a leader in chronic disease management software, announced today that medical practices using its Cholesterol and Type 2 Diabetes modules could generate up to $30,000 in additional annual revenue. This estimate is based on a typical patient panel of 2,000 and leverages national averages and published financial data related to these chronic conditions. MedsEngine Provides Revenue Opportunity Share 'Using MedsEngine is a win-win for providers and patients,' said Dr. Doug Romer, Chief Medical Officer of MedsEngine. 'Providers are reimbursed for following clinical guidelines, and patients benefit from being on the right medications. Practices also see improved efficiency through better use of APPs, which can help streamline workflow and expand patient capacity.' Dr. Romer emphasized the system's practical origins. 'MedsEngine was developed out of necessity—built while managing 25–30 patients a day. If it didn't save time and deliver results, it wouldn't have survived in a busy clinical environment.' MedsEngine empowers clinicians to efficiently manage chronic conditions across their entire patient population. It delivers evidence-based, guideline-directed medication recommendations in seconds, helping providers have more meaningful conversations with patients at the point of care. Clinicians using MedsEngine report enhanced communication, with visual tools that help explain conditions and treatments clearly. One user shared, 'Medication adherence has improved, and our control rates are better than ever. The automated calculation of personalized A1c and LDL-C targets during visits is incredibly helpful.' Ray Kaiser, CTO of MedsEngine, highlighted the platform's ease of use and rapid deployment: 'MedsEngine integrates with EHRs using FHIR technology, is SOC 2 Type II compliant, and cloud-based. Most practices are up and running within 2–3 weeks, typically requiring just 10–20 hours to integrate (no installation) with existing EHR systems.' Health insurers also see significant savings. A validated study from Ochsner found that proper treatment of Type 2 Diabetes could reduce costs by $1,956 per patient annually. Several studies have shown that controlling hypertension can save from $1,800 - $2,500 per patient annually.
Business Wire
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
CloudWave Ranked #15 on Channel Partners 2025 MSP 501—The Tech Industry's Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide
MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CloudWave, a leading provider of integrated cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure solutions, has been ranked #15 on the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 list—recognizing the world's top-performing managed service providers. The annual technology industry benchmark uses a quantitative methodology that ranks companies based on a wide range of metrics, including above-industry-average revenue growth, profitability measured by EBITDA, recurring revenue, high-margin services, and innovation, including monetizing AI services. "The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it's a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world's top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today's complex technology landscape," said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events, and digital content. MSPs that qualify for the list must also pass a rigorous review conducted by the Channel Partners research team and editors. Channel Partners ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue, and operational efficiency. "The MSP 501 is the channel industry's unofficial GPS. Customers use it to navigate the over 300K MSP ecosystem, and vendors use it to find the right partners for their GTM strategy,' said Devan Adams, principal analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia). 'Being an MSP 501er puts your business on the map while steering new opportunities to you." CloudWave is full-service cybersecurity and cloud services provider exclusively focused on healthcare—redefining how hospitals, health systems, and specialty providers secure their IT environments. By integrating AI-driven threat detection, scalable and customizable security, and 24/7 managed services, CloudWave delivers purpose-built protection for clinical, administrative, and technical operations. With deep experience, the company is uniquely equipped to address the complex regulatory, operational, and clinical demands of the healthcare industry. CloudWave offers an unmatched breadth of healthcare capabilities, from hosting and securing Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and independent software vendors (ISVs) to safeguarding medical devices and ensuring reliable backup and disaster recovery. CloudWave's integrated cloud, IT, and cybersecurity solutions support every phase of digital transformation—from on-premises to hybrid cloud and edge environments—backed by expert-led consulting in architecture, compliance, and medical device safety. "In an industry where downtime can mean life or death, CloudWave delivers resilient, end-to-end solutions that set a new standard for healthcare IT security," said Erik Littlejohn, CEO of CloudWave. "What truly sets CloudWave apart in the MSP landscape is its unmatched healthcare heritage and the personal trust our team brings to every engagement. Our strength lies not only in our technology but in the people who deliver it. That's why our solutions are purpose-built to keep hospitals safe and compliant, with maximum uptime." The MSP 501 represents the best in the technology services industry, delivering outstanding vendor and platform-neutral advice and value to small, mid-sized, and enterprise customers. This year, the average revenue per MSP 501 is $29.4 million, with an average recurring revenue of $16 million. Many of the services and technology offerings focus on customer needs in the areas of AI, cloud, security, collaboration, networking, help desk, and remote monitoring and management. The Channel Partners MSP 501 is responsible for keeping their global customers safe, connected, and efficient. This year's list is one of the most competitive in the survey's history. Said Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels GM: "Making the MSP 501 isn't just about performance metrics—it's about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide." The Channel Partners MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research and content teams, which work closely with a wide range of industry experts to ensure the most pertinent data on managed services performance is collected. Companies are asked to provide their actual calendar 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents. Data was collected online from February to May 2025. The data collected by the annual MSP 501 helps every company on the list, and every provider with a managed services practice benchmark their performance and uncover new ways to grow. It is the most comprehensive and definitive worldwide listing of best-in-class managed service providers It uses a proprietary algorithm and financial data to rank MSP performance against peers It has an 18-year history of recognizing top-performing MSPs It evaluates companies based on growth, profitability, and innovation Winners play a critical role in the $5 trillion technology industry Winners will be recognized on the Channel Partners and Channel Futures websites and honored during a special ceremony at MSP Summit, Sept 15-17, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. About CloudWave CloudWave is a full-service cybersecurity and cloud services provider built exclusively for healthcare. The company protects community hospitals, health systems, and specialty healthcare providers with end-to-end solutions that combine secure hosting, IT operations, and 24/7 threat detection and response. With deep experience in cybersecurity, healthcare IT, and infrastructure, CloudWave supports over 350 hospitals and health system environments, hosting more than 140 EHR, clinical, and enterprise applications across private, public, and hybrid cloud environments. CloudWave's services span managed security, risk and compliance, disaster recovery, systems management, and cloud optimization—all delivered with a healthcare-first mindset. Powered by AI-driven security operations and supported by U.S.-based Network and Cybersecurity Tactical Operations Centers staffed 24/7 by certified professionals who understand the clinical and operational realities of healthcare, CloudWave provides a cyber-ready foundation for safe, uninterrupted patient care. To learn more, visit About Channel Partners Channel Partners is a media and events destination for the information technology and communications industry. We provide information, perspective, and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagent and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers. Channel Partners properties include awards programs such as the Channel Partners MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; the Channel Circle of Excellence, which honors innovative leaders from top channel vendors and distributors; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit. Channel Partners is part of Informa Connect, a leading provider of live events, digital content and training for the global business technology community. Through in-depth expertise and an engaged audience community, Informa Connect helps business professionals make better technology decisions and marketers reach the most powerful tech buyers and influencers in the world. Informa Connects portfolio includes more than 450 annual events attended by 12,000 business professionals,
