Jules Patel

NIH, CDC and FDA leaders see health data sharpening government's understanding of COVID-19.

Federal leaders reflect on the benefits of cloud for ongoing telework capabilities.

A senate committee is considering current temporary COVID-19 telehealth expansion policies in a more permanent capacity in the future.

The MISSION Act led to improved reporting of staffing and vacancy data at the agency.

Federal CIOs hope to maintain telework capabilities, as well as cloud and scalable solution adoption in a post-pandemic work environment.

Telehealth, beneficiaries claims processing and the adoption of shared digital solutions were commonly seen across government.

Successful AI and machine-learning capacities within health systems require a foundational attention to data quality and the broader care environment.

Algorithmic development and multidisciplinary collaboration are key.

The multi-cloud, DevOps-oriented approach is working to improve military health delivery during the pandemic.

New telework challenges present opportunities for long-term improvements.

The agency is using technologies like virtual waiting rooms and automation to mitigate the increased traffic.

Recently implemented telework measures are allowing the agency to focus on the Cerner transition despite challenges in pandemic.