While published in December 2010’s Journal of Medical Systems, this article could not be more timely with earthquakes first in New Zealand, then in Japan with a tsunami. The paper presents a telemedicine model to speed response; a clinical command center… Read moreTelemedicine facilitating disaster response: study

Fast Company does run the gamut and here is an article that happily does not slam into a metaphorical brick wall. From their Design section, which has real designers blogging on topics in their field, is Will Smart Contact Lenses Be… Read more'Smart' contact lenses for health monitoring, information

Another Fast Company article from ‘Design’ definitely worth the read. Imbibing deeply from the ‘disruptive decentralization’ well of Christensen, Grossman and Hwang’s Innovator’s Prescription, but with the focus on design versus business process, the architect/designer co-authors analyze health delivery dysfunction, wrapping connected health, outpatient/retail… Read moreLook beyond the hospital: a design view

Awards for apps…it had to happen. ‘Appys’ are the brainchild of OMMA 2011 (Online Media, Marketing and Advertising). ‘Best Medical App’ was awarded to MyHumanaMobile. Launching just one year ago, the free app for both iEverything and Android Market has health plan info… Read moreNow the 'Appy Awards'