Health IT

The coronavirus has hit the globe, with only some island nations and well-isolated areas reporting no cases. In this turbulent time, international cooperation has reached an impressive scale, bringing together doctors, businesses, healthcare software developers, and researchers to pursue a common goal. To allow much-needed clinical research, governments have softened the intricate data security policies Read more…

As connected care becomes more ubiquitous, cybersecurity becomes an increasingly formidable concern of the healthcare industry. With the growing use of Electronic Health Records (EHRs), valuable patient data has become more vulnerable to cyber threats. Hence, while maintaining patient safety remains a top priority for medical practitioners, ensuring data security and integrity are also emerging Read more…

The IoT has opened up a world of possibilities in medicine. Healthcare providers have always been skeptical about embracing new technologies. The Internet of Things (IoT) is no exception. The truth, however, is that this revolutionary technology can bring significant benefits to the healthcare industry if effectively implemented. The IoT comprises of smart devices embedded Read more…

The healthcare industry is data-intensive. It generates enormous volumes of data relevant to numerous contexts, such as patient information stored on EHR, metrics for quality measurement, performance-related quantitative information, and so forth. This data is particularly useful for all key stakeholders at different levels. This is primarily why they are always keen to understand and Read more…

There are plenty of digital health technologies that can help transform your medical practice. Here’s why you should embrace them wholeheartedly. The patient role in healthcare settings has radically transformed from a passive role to an active one. They are increasingly eager to embrace forward-looking technologies to participate in self-care actively. With this, we witness Read more…

Modern solutions that can be customized according to the needs of each organization can promise business continuity during the pandemic. Recruiting and retaining IT talent is a daunting challenge in the healthcare sector, which often loses its talented employees to other highly competitive industries. While employing a competent workforce is vital for the efficient and Read more…

Using a boilerplate letter can help practices cut down on the cost per letter from as high as $15, to as low as $1. It increases efficiency and keeps the referring doctor at the center of the healthcare journey of the patient. This is just one simple way practices can increase efficiency and cut costs. Read more…

Regulations and technology need to align to advance the goal of enhanced patient outcomes necessarily. The healthcare industry has always been slow in adopting technologies as compared to other sectors such as retail or manufacturing. However, in recent times, the healthcare industry has witnessed a paradigm shift in its operations and functions due to the Read more…

The healthcare market is more competitive than ever. Independent practices face strong competition from other practices, as well as hospitals and other larger healthcare systems, making standing out more important than ever before. One of the easiest ways to do so is to be in tune with what exactly patients want, and offer it to Read more…

The pandemic may be over, but its impact will last for years to come. It has revolutionized the way we work, the way we celebrate, the way we socialize, and the way we complete our day-to-day tasks. From the worldwide adoption of remote work to the boost in e-commerce; the world now believes in digital supremacy. Read more…