Mergers & Acquisitions

With the new addition, combining Kantar's research and consulting expertise with its own technology and real-world data, Cerner aims to further build out its Learning Health Network consortium.

Aim of the merger is to “create a robust and synergetic healthcare organisation, thereby elevating the UAE’s global position as a leader in healthcare.”

The acquisition of Cambridge Medical and Rehabilitation Centre is said to be one of the biggest healthcare deals in the GCC region to date.

This week's top stories include a House bill that would expand virtual care access beyond the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, DarioHealth acquiring Upright, and the AHA asking CMS to withdraw the most favored nation model interim final rule.

Athenahealth SVP and Chief Product Officer Paul Brient predicts telehealth visits will even out, IPOs will continue and venture eyes will remain on digital health in 2021.

Accolade intends to strengthen its ability to provide users with second opinions, using 2nd.MD's provider network.