This white paper delves into the escalating workforce shortage in the U.S. healthcare sector, which the American Hospital Association has declared a national emergency. It highlights the dual impact of a growing, aging population and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, exacerbating already critical shortages of healthcare professionals. The report explores how innovations like generative AI and telehealth can alleviate pressures by improving efficiency, reducing burnout, and enhancing patient care.