"The Crossroads: Will Healthcare AI Heal or Deepen Our Inequities?"

September 28, 2025

Over the past year, I've had the privilege of addressing healthcare leaders, technologists, and policymakers at major conferences in Toronto, New York, Austin, Atlanta, Chicago, Doha, etc.  on one of the most pressing issues of our time: the eth…

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Biocomputing: The Future of Computing May Be Alive

August 28, 2025

For decades, computers have been defined by silicon. From the earliest mainframes to today’s sprawling data centers, our digital world runs on microchips that process billions of calculations per second. But as powerful as they’ve become, they are …

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Agentic AI – The Next Leap in Transforming Healthcare

July 3, 2025

📰 Straight Outta Health IT | July 2025 Edition

Author: Christopher Kunney, FHIMSS, eFACHDM, MSMOT - Health IT Changemaker

🧠 What Is Agentic AI?

As artificial intelligence continues to mature, Agentic AI is emerging as a transformative force. Unlike tr…

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Numerical Language Models in Healthcare: A New Era of Intelligence

June 23, 2025

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare AI, much attention has been given to Natural Language Processing (NLP) and the power of Large Language Models (LLMs) to understand human text. But running parallel—and often under the radar is a quieter…

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2025 SWAY Health Podcast of the Year

April 25, 2025


Who would have thought this little experiment of mind would have made this kind of impact. Thank you Swaay.Health Marketing Community for recognizing me with this prestigious award. Big shout out to my friend and mentor Saul W. Marquez of Outcomes …

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TEDx Talk - The Rise of AgeTech

June 25, 2025


I’m officially a TEDx Speaker!

I’m incredibly honored to share my TEDx Talk, “The Rise Of AgeTech!” now live on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eBPbMxvt

As we stand at the intersection of aging populations, technological disruption, and widening health equit…

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2025 Georgia Life Sciences Helix Award

August 30, 2025

I’m truly honored and humbled to be recognized last evening with the **Community Award** by the Georgia Life Sciences Golden Helix Awards Selection Committee. Being acknowledged alongside such distinguished colleagues inspires me more than words ca…

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11th Annual Qatar Patient Safety Week Conference

October 1, 2025

Deeply honored to have participated as a featured speaker, panelist, and moderator at the 11th Annual Qatar Patient Safety Week Conference in Doha (Sept 20-22, 2025).

What an inspiring experience to be part of Qatar's healthcare quality journey! The…

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SSI and IOTECH Consulting Join Forces

October 15, 2025

Two leaders. One vision.

Together, we’re combining SSI’s 30+ years of global expertise in AI, cloud, and large-scale healthcare systems with IOTECH’s mastery of IoT integration, data orchestration, and smart infrastructure to help hospitals move fr…

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Top Cybersecurity Practices for Protecting Business Data in Healthcare
Posted on July 17, 2024

In the modern healthcare landscape, protecting business data has never been more critical. As cyber threats continue to evolve, healthcare organizations must implement robust cybersecurity practices to safeguard sensitive information. At I…

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Revolutionizing Business Processes With Innovative IT Solutions
Posted on June 19, 2024

In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, staying ahead requires more than just traditional strategies. Businesses must embrace innovative IT solutions to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive growth. At IOT…

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Navigating the Healthcare Tech Field: Unleashing the Power of Mentors and Sponsors
Posted on April 20, 2024

The healthcare technology industry stands at the forefront of innovation and progress, offering exciting opportunities for professionals to make a meaningful impact. However, amidst the rapid advancements and complexities of this field, n…

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Role call: The rise of the chief artificial intelligence officer

This emerging executive position could elevate healthcare through strategic AI integration and ethical leadership.


Posted on March 08, 2024

In the transformative landscape of healthcare, the emergence of the chief artificial intelligence officer heralds a new er…

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Revolutionizing the Landscape of Sports Medicine: A Fan’s Perspective on the Game-Changing Impact of Health Technologies
Posted on January 29, 2024

As we witness the unfolding of professional and collegiate sports seasons, with the imminent NFL Super Bowl and the crescendo of NHL, NBA, and NCAA Basketball seasons, anticipation also builds for the upcoming Spring Major League Baseba…

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Revolutionizing RCM: Building a 2024 vision for hospitals

As provider organizations face rising financial pressure, they will be looking to improve revenue cycle management with advanced integration and other strategies.


Posted on January 11, 2024

As we stand at the beginning of 2024, it's evident that hospitals are en…

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The digital metamorphosis: From luxury to lifeline

Understanding the ascension of IT utility and its revolutionary impact on modern industries, particularly in the healthcare space.


Posted on October 24, 2023

From its nascent stages to today's vast complexities, the world of technology has consistently unveiled …

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The Intersection of AI and Neurodiversity: Unleashing the Power of Different Minds
Posted on September 1st, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has come a long way in recent years, and it has been used in many different fields, including healthcare, finance, and education. However, what many people don't realize is that AI can also play a signifi…

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From Vendors to Strategic Partners: How Hospital CIOs Can Maximize Technology Investments.
Posted on August 3, 2023

In today's healthcare industry, technology plays a vital role in managing patient care and hospital operations. As a result, it's essential for hospital Chief Information Officers (CIOs) to not only select the right technology vendors but…

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Bridging the Divide: How Technology is Closing the Health Equity Gap in Rural Communities.
Posted on July 12, 2023

The health equity gap between rural and urban communities has been a longstanding issue in healthcare. Rural communities have faced significant challenges in accessing quality healthcare due to factors such as geographic isolation, limited…

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The Power of Advocacy: Why Every Patient Should Be Their Own Advocate
Posted on June 4th, 2023

Navigating the healthcare system can be a challenging and confusing experience for anyone, but it can be particularly daunting for patients who are dealing with a serious illness or injury. This is where patient advocacy comes into play. …

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AgeTech: Revolutionizing healthcare for an aging population
Posted on March 16, 2023

As the world's population ages, healthcare providers and technology companies alike are turning their attention to AgeTech — a new field focused on using technology to improve the quality of life for the elderly. With advances in technolo…

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The Future of ChatGPT in Healthcare
Posted on March 10, 2023

ChatGPT is a natural language processing technology that has the potential to revolutionize how healthcare providers communicate with their patients. By using ChatGPT, healthcare providers can quickly and accurately understand patient nee…

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The rise of African American CIOs in Healthcare
Posted on February 10, 2023

In recognition of Black History Month, I'd like to highlight the importance and impact of African American CIOs in healthcare.

African American CIOs in healthcare have been making a big impact in the industry in recent years. These CIO…

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