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Epic’s Nebula: Next Milestone in Healthcare Innovation

Michael Nikitin

CTO & Co-founder AIDA, CEO Itirra

Published on September 10, 2024

Epic's Nebula: Next Milestone in Healthcare Innovation

Epic’s Nebula cloud platform is a game-changer for the healthcare industry. Built on the robust Azure infrastructure, Nebula offers a scalable and secure environment for deploying machine learning models, enabling data-driven insights and improved patient care. By seamlessly integrating with Epic’s electronic health record (EHR) system, Nebula empowers healthcare organizations to unlock the full potential of their data. We are keenly excited to learn more about this new technology and to explore possibilities to develop and deploy Nebular applications in a different platform. To be sure, it will be interesting to see how these bespoke Nebular
applications play against established FHIR application options.

At the core of Nebula’s capabilities is its ability to deploy a variety of machine learning models. This includes both pre-built Epic models and custom algorithms developed to address specific clinical challenges. Whether predicting patient risk, optimizing resource allocation, or improving operational efficiency, Nebula provides the computational power and flexibility needed to drive innovation.

Itirra, a Washington-based health tech lab, has a deep-rooted expertise in Epic systems and a proven track record of delivering innovative healthcare solutions. Leveraging this knowledge, Itirra works closely with healthcare vendor clients to optimize their operations with custom technology. By understanding the unique needs and challenges of each organization, Itirra can help clients identify opportunities to leverage Nebula for improved patient outcomes, enhanced operational efficiency, and cost reduction.

Itirra’s role extends beyond implementation and configuration. The company offers a range of services, including data preparation, model development, and deployment support. Itirra’s experts can help clients build custom machine learning models, integrate them into their workflows, and ensure optimal performance. Additionally, Itirra provides ongoing support and maintenance to maximize the return on investment in Nebula.

By partnering with Itirra, healthcare organizations can accelerate their digital transformation and harness the power of Nebula to drive meaningful improvements in patient care. With Itirra’s deep Epic expertise and data science capabilities, clients can confidently navigate the complexities of cloud computing and machine learning, ultimately achieving better outcomes for patients and their communities.