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CharmHealth Advances Its AI Strategy With MCP Server
CharmHealth, a leading provider of healthcare technology solutions for providers, has announced the launch of its Model Context Protocol server, a key component of its AI strategy that allows safe and structured AI access to electronic health record data. The MCP server provides a secure and standardized interface between AI applications and EHRs, enabling clinicians and care teams to integrate AI-assisted workflows directly into existing clinical systems. By embedding AI as part of core infrastructure rather than as a separate add-on, CharmHealth aims to advance a practical and governed approach to AI adoption across healthcare.
Health Catalyst Appoints Ben Albert as Chief Executive Officer
Health Catalyst, Inc., a leading provider of data and analytics solutions for healthcare organizations, has announced that Ben Albert, previously President and Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and joined the company’s Board of Directors, effective February 12, 2026. This appointment accelerates the company’s previously announced succession plan for Dan Burton, who has stepped down as CEO and Board member. Mr. Burton will continue with Health Catalyst as a strategic advisor, and a transition agreement between the company and Mr. Burton is expected.
ChristianaCare, Bayhealth and PCOM Launch Delaware Campus
ChristianaCare, Bayhealth, and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine have partnered to establish the Delaware Collaborative Clinical Campus, a new initiative aimed at expanding undergraduate medical education and encouraging physicians to practice in central and southern Delaware. ChristianaCare has maintained a long-term relationship with PCOM, providing clinical training at its New Castle County facilities, and this new collaborative model brings Bayhealth into a statewide program offering high-quality clinical rotations and academic mentorship. Starting in July 2026, five third-year PCOM medical students will complete rotations in Kent and Sussex counties at both Bayhealth and ChristianaCare facilities. These students will join the 55 currently training in the Delaware Branch Campus at ChristianaCare, further enhancing medical education opportunities in the state.
Pivot Point Consulting Joins Innovative Group
SV Health Investors, Health Enterprise Partners, and Petra Capital Partners announced that Innovative Consulting Group, a portfolio company of SV Health Investors, has acquired Pivot Point Consulting from Highspring. Following the transaction, Highspring will continue operating independently. The acquisition brings together two established healthcare IT services firms with the goal of building a broader transformation platform to support healthcare organizations facing operational, regulatory, and digital pressures.
VB Spine to Acquire Rights to Augmedics Spine Platform
VB Spine LLC, recognized as the largest privately held spine-focused company, has signed a definitive agreement to secure exclusive rights to the xvision Spine System from Augmedics. The addition of this augmented reality navigation platform strengthens VB Spine’s expanding visualization portfolio and signals a significant step forward in its technology strategy. Augmedics made history as the first company to receive FDA clearance for an augmented reality navigation system designed specifically for spine surgery. With this agreement, VB Spine aims to position itself at the forefront of AR-driven spine innovation. The deal remains subject to regulatory approval and standard closing requirements and is anticipated to be finalized in the coming weeks.
Worldwide Clinical Trials Acquires Catalyst Clinical Research
Worldwide Clinical Trials, a leading global contract research organization, has finalized its acquisition of Catalyst Clinical Research LLC, a specialized oncology CRO and functional service provider. This strategic combination brings together two organizations with complementary strengths in oncology, biometrics, and FSP solutions, significantly enhancing Worldwide’s ability to serve biopharma clients across the globe. The merger expands Worldwide’s workforce to approximately 4,400 employees in over 70 countries, creating a stronger, more versatile clinical research platform.
WellSky Expands Partnership With Adoration Home Health
WellSky, a global provider of health and community care technology and services, has broadened its partnership with Adoration Home Health to expand clinical coding and documentation advisory services across additional locations. The move strengthens an existing collaboration focused on supporting post acute care operations and enhancing performance across a growing national footprint.
Doc.com Launches in Florida with AI Healthcare Platform
Doc.com has announced the launch of its telemedicine platform in Florida, marking another step in its broader expansion across the United States. The healthcare technology company, known for combining artificial intelligence with blockchain infrastructure, continues to scale its services as part of a phased national growth plan. The Florida debut follows earlier rollouts in other states and reflects the company’s focus on expanding access to digital care in high demand regions.
athenahealth Rolls Out Agentic Patient Communication Tools
athenahealth has introduced the next generation of its AI-native patient engagement suite within athenaOne, designed to simplify communication between patients and healthcare providers. The updated platform includes new text and voice capabilities, allowing patients to interact with a virtual assistant at their doctor’s office to ask common questions or schedule appointments. These features are integrated directly into existing athenaOne workflows, helping patients manage care more efficiently while reducing staff workload and improving practice productivity.
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