In your opinion, what has been the greatest advancement in healthcare this year? How do you stay up to date on new trends and breakthroughs in the healthcare industry?

"I follow a few medical journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and The Lancet. I read a fascinating article a short time ago discussing the advancements in artificial retinae and other solutions for the blind. It's incredible to me how far these solutions have come."

"I believe that Patient-Centric R&D and Direct to Patient Clinical Research is the next big thing for the healthcare industry. I stay updated on new trends through various Google alerts and some popular medical journals such as JAMA (Journal of American Medical Association). I love to learn new trends and tips, so if you'd like to share with me your favorites, I would love to hear about those!"

Think back to the past year and determine what you believe to be a major breakthrough in the healthcare industry. Then, describe how you stay current with developing trends. Perhaps you discover changes in the healthcare industry by attending seminars, taking continuing education courses, subscribing to medical journals, or speaking with colleagues.