# Cultural Resistance * **Definition:** Cultural Resistance in healthcare refers to the opposition or reluctance of individuals or groups to adopt new practices, technologies, or policies due to deeply held beliefs, values, or norms that conflict with the proposed changes. This phenomenon can manifest in various forms, including skepticism towards new medical technologies, reluctance to change established workflows, or resistance to new healthcare policies that are perceived as misaligned with the cultural context of the healthcare environment. * **Taxonomy:** Healthcare Topics / Cultural Resistance ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Cultural Resistance**, for healthcare technology leaders * 312 news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/27/2025 | [**VC Survey: The biggest impacts of AI on health care? - STAT News**](https://www.statnews.com/2025/05/27/health-tech-news-novo-nordisk-venrock-ro-hinge-livestrong-otsuka-anthropic/) | [[STAT]] | | 5/27/2025 | [**VC Survey: The biggest impacts of AI on health care?**](https://www.statnews.com/2025/05/27/health-tech-news-novo-nordisk-venrock-ro-hinge-livestrong-otsuka-anthropic/?utm_campaign=rss) | [[STAT]] | | 5/24/2025 | [**Video - Healthcare IT News**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/video/node/359632?page=96) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 5/19/2025 | [**Medical Telemetry System Market Expansion 2025: Top Emerging Regions to Watch**](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/medical-telemetry-system-market-expansion-2025-top-emerging-0nmse/) | [[Linkedin]] | | 5/5/2025 | [**Trading Away Tomorrow's Cures**](https://www.mddionline.com/business/trading-away-tomorrow-s-cures) | [[MDDI]] | | 4/29/2025 | [**3 Ps Driving Medtech's Digital Revolution: Partnerships, Policy, Perseverance**](https://www.mddionline.com/digital-health/3-ps-driving-medtech-s-digital-revolution-partnerships-policy-perseverance) | [[MDDI]] | | 4/27/2025 | [**Lean, Agile And Efficient: Transforming Enterprises For The Future**](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2025/04/28/lean-agile-and-efficient-transforming-enterprises-for-the-future/) | [[Forbes]] | | 4/16/2025 | [**Beyond The Hype: Confronting And Conquering AI Adoption Challenges - Forbes**](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/04/16/beyond-the-hype-confronting-and-conquering-ai-adoption-challenges/) | [[Forbes]] | | 3/28/2025 | [**Sustained IT Efficiency Depends on Iterative Improvement, Says Info-Tech Research Group**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sustained-efficiency-depends-iterative-improvement-150300015.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 3/27/2025 | [**HiPaaS Hosted its 2nd Hospital AI Conference on March 19th, 2025 at VC Nest in Palo Alto**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/hipaas-hosted-its-2nd-hospital-ai-conference-on-march-19th-2025-at-vc-nest-in-palo-alto-302412799.html) | [[PRWeb]] | | 3/11/2025 | [**HIMSS25: Driving Payer Innovation with AI, Digital Health and Collaboration**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/himss25-driving-payer-innovation-with-ai-digital-health-and-collaboration/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Majority of Healthcare Leaders Surveyed Believe Gen AI will Enhance RCM ... - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/majority-healthcare-leaders-surveyed-believe-151100969.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/27/2025 | [**This Week in B2B Was About Unlocking Trapped Payments Data**](https://www.pymnts.com/news/b2b-payments/2025/this-week-in-b2b-was-about-unlocking-trapped-payments-data/) | [[PYMTScom]] | | 2/24/2025 | [**Overcoming Cultural Barriers to Accelerate AI in Healthcare - ICT&health International**](https://ictandhealth.com/ai-health-news/overcoming-cultural-barriers-to-accelerate-ai-in-healthcare) | [[ICT and Health]] | | 2/5/2025 | [**Vi Release 2025 State of AI Reports: Transforming BioPharma, Healthcare, and Wellness ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vi-release-2025-state-ai-170300353.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**'Granny flats' hit all the right notes in Boston's push for 'gentle density' housing**](https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/02/04/real-estate/mayor-wu-encourages-adus-for-multigenerational-living/) | [[Boston Globe]] | | 1/22/2025 | [**First-Ever State of Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) Report Highlights the Urgent ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/first-ever-state-of-continuous-controls-monitoring-ccm-report-highlights-the-urgent-need-for-grc-modernization-302356994.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/20/2025 | [**The Integration Pros: How CFOs and Treasurers Bridge Operational Silos**](https://www.pymnts.com/cfo/2025/the-integration-pros-how-cfos-and-treasurers-bridge-operational-silos/) | [[PYMTScom]] | | 12/20/2024 | [**Collaboration will be key to transform healthcare with AI - The World Economic Forum**](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/12/improving-healthcare-in-the-intelligent-age-requires-cultural-change-and-collaboration/) | [[World Economic Forum]] | | 12/12/2024 | [**49f Business Leaders Update Strategies Every Quarter Amid Rising AI and Global Instability Pressures**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241211770440/en/49-of-Business-Leaders-Update-Strategies-Every-Quarter-Amid-Rising-AI-and-Global-Instability-Pressures/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-Q-tiwWZwkcswR1UZtV7eGe24xL9TZOyQUMS3J72mJlQ7fxFuNFTHSunhvli30RlBNXya2izy9YOgHlBiZQk2LOzmn6JePCpHPCiYGaEx4DL1Rq8pNwkf3AarimpDzQGuQ==) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/12/2024 | [**49f Business Leaders Update Strategies Every Quarter Amid Rising AI and Global ...**](https://www.businesswire.com/news/aptechnologynews/20241211770440/en/49-of-Business-Leaders-Update-Strategies-Every-Quarter-Amid-Rising-AI-and-Global-Instability-Pressures) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/9/2024 | [**ECRI Launches Total Systems Safety and Human Factors Engineering Solutions**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ecri-launches-total-systems-safety-and-human-factors-engineering-solutions-302326541.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 11/13/2024 | [**Jefferson Wells Releases Latest CFO Survey Report, Revealing Profitability and Technology ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jefferson-wells-releases-latest-cfo-survey-report-revealing-profitability-and-technology-transformation-as-top-focus-areas-302304030.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 11/13/2024 | [**From Resistance To Acceptance: Building A Data-Driven Culture**](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2024/11/14/from-resistance-to-acceptance-building-a-data-driven-culture/) | [[Forbes]] | | 10/3/2024 | [**New study: Government GenAI optimism may be outpacing ability to deploy - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-study-government-genai-optimism-may-be-outpacing-ability-to-deploy-302267084.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | ## Topic Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **The Just Culture Company**: Acquired by ECRI to enhance cultural transformations in healthcare organizations towards prioritizing safety and learning. - **Info-Tech Research Group**: A research firm that provides actionable strategies for IT leaders to implement continuous process improvements and address cultural resistance. - **Marian Newsome**: Founder of Ethical Tech Matters, promoting responsible AI innovation and cultural transformation. - **ECRI**: A global healthcare safety nonprofit focused on improving patient safety through Total Systems Safety (TSS) and Human Factors Engineering (HFE). - **Blavity, Inc.**: A media company that empowers Black millennials and Gen Z through diverse platforms and initiatives. - **Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)**: An organization that promotes improvement in healthcare systems, where ECRI presented on redesigning safety systems. - **American College of Cardiology**: An organization pushing for AI adoption to address healthcare disparities. - **Eric Vaughan**: CEO of IgniteTech, advocating for human-AI collaboration and cultural transformation in organizations embracing AI. - **NucleusTeq**: A leader in data transformation, assisting companies in creating a robust data foundation for AI integration. - **Zyter|TruCare**: A company emphasizing the importance of seamless data exchange and interoperability in healthcare. - **HiPaaS**: A company focused on facilitating responsible AI adoption in hospitals by providing interoperable solutions that integrate with existing EHR platforms. - **Arthur Pancioli, MD**: Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at UC Health, focusing on high reliability in healthcare delivery. - **Vi**: An Enterprise-AI platform for health enterprises that analyzes the impact of AI on healthcare and wellness sectors. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **GENIAC project**: A Japanese government initiative aimed at balancing economic growth with societal values amidst cultural resistance. - **ECRI and The Just Culture Company**: Collaboration aimed at fostering environments that prioritize safety and learning in healthcare. - **IgniteTech and Financial Times**: Partnership for the Future of AI Summit to discuss AI's transformative potential and the importance of cultural adaptation. - **AfroTech Conference**: A gathering of leaders discussing innovative ideas in technology and healthcare, fostering networking and collaboration. - **Palantir Technologies**: An example of how software and AI can enhance critical functions through strategic partnerships. - **Cleveland Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, Mayo Clinic**: Leading health systems actively testing and implementing AI and digital health tools to enhance patient care. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Cultural Resistance to AI**: Cultural hurdles are identified as primary obstacles to AI adoption in healthcare, emphasizing the need for strategic integration. - **AI Governance Initiatives**: Efforts to establish responsible AI practices and cultural transformation in organizations, as highlighted by various leaders. - **High Reliability Organization (HRO) Initiatives**: UC Health's program aimed at achieving high reliability in healthcare delivery through cultural and mindset shifts. - **Total Systems Safety (TSS)**: ECRI's framework that incorporates leadership, patient engagement, and continuous learning to create a culture of safety. - **Generative AI Adoption**: Organizations are encouraged to foster a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement in leveraging AI technologies. - **Continuous Process Improvement**: Info-Tech emphasizes ongoing optimization over one-time fixes to enhance productivity and drive innovation. - **Interoperability Initiatives**: Efforts to standardize protocols like FHIR APIs to enhance data sharing and improve clinical workflows. - **Wearable Technology for Sleep Apnea**: Advancements in non-invasive devices are transforming sleep diagnostics, making them more accessible. - **AI in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)**: Healthcare executives believe AI will enhance efficiencies in RCM operations, with over half exploring generative AI use cases. - **AI Integration in Healthcare**: AI is being rapidly integrated into healthcare settings, improving patient outcomes and reducing development cycles. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Cultural Resistance**: Cultural resistance is a significant barrier to the adoption of new technologies, particularly AI, in healthcare settings. - **Legacy Mindsets**: Resistance to change stemming from traditional practices and beliefs within organizations, hindering innovation. - **Job Displacement Fears**: Concerns about job displacement due to AI adoption contribute to cultural resistance within organizations. - **Ethical Concerns**: Concerns regarding fairness and bias in AI implementations, necessitating cultural transformation and staff buy-in. - **Workforce Issues**: Challenges related to burnout and workforce retention impacting patient safety and organizational culture. - **Integration Challenges**: Organizations face difficulties in integrating AI into existing workflows, necessitating a focus on strategic partnerships. - **Integration with Existing Systems**: Challenges in integrating AI with current EHR systems hinder the implementation of AI use cases. - **Lack of In-House Expertise**: Many organizations face a shortage of skilled personnel to effectively implement and manage AI technologies.