Author: Fran Sharkey

The Rise of AI & Automation in Orthopedic Operations

AI Is Reshaping Orthopedics: What Leaders Must Do Now to Protect Revenue Authored by: Alexandra Stephens   AI Is Moving From “Nice to Have” to Operational Necessity Orthopedic practices can no longer rely on people and manual processes alone to keep up with payer complexity, documentation demands, and administrative burden. AI is stepping in to…

AI in Healthcare: From Efficiency Tool to Strategic Battleground – Healthcare’s Next Battle Isn’t AI—It’s AI vs. AI

By: Michael N. Brown The Shift in Healthcare AI For years, the conversation around artificial intelligence in healthcare has centered on efficiency—reducing costs, streamlining operations, and eliminating administrative burden. On the surface, AI is delivering on that promise. But behind the scenes, a more consequential shift is underway. Healthcare is no longer just adopting AI;…

The Push for Operational Excellence & End-to-End Workflow Integration

Why Operational Bottlenecks Are the New Denials — And How to Fix Them Before They Hit Your Bottom Line Authored by: Alexandra Stephens One of the clearest takeaways from the AAOE 2026 Annual Conference wasn’t tied to a single session — It was woven through nearly every discussion on increasing patient volume through improved scheduling access,…