Future Horizons

This is a is a special publication from AAMI dedicated to examining the future of medical technology and the healthcare profession. As AAMI embarks on its 41st year, this one-time publication explores the technology and policy advancements that will shape the future of the healthcare technology field over the next 40 years.

GUEST EDITOR
Robert Stiefel, CCE,
University of Maryland
Medical Center

• Looking to the Future of Healthcare Technology

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• Remote Monitoring, Telemedicine Expected to Reshape Healthcare Field
• Minimally Invasive Procedures...When Less Becomes More
• Next-Generation Imagery Promises to Advance Patient Care, Speed Delivery
• Virtual Surgery Enhances Surgeon Training

THE BIG PICTURE

• A Group Discussion: What's Ahead for Medical Technology Innovation and Use
• The Future and Healthcare Costs: Medical Technology in the Crucible of Political Compromise
• Recruiting and Training Trends
• Moving Forward: What Role Should AAMI Play in the Future?

HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

• Joint Commission Faces New Challenges as it Keeps Pace with Technology
• A Clinical Engineer's Predictions: The Future of Medical Technology
• Convergence of Biomedical, IT Offers Continued Challenges, Rewards

REGULATION AND STANDARDS

• A Look Ahead: FDA Experts Speculate on the Future of Device Regulation >
• The Standards Paradox: The Future of Medical Device Standards Development and Use
• Innovation and International Medical Device Regulation

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