Mobile health technology is booming rapidly in the healthcare sector. Making healthcare more efficient, and improved for patients. The technology leverages smartphones and other wireless tools to bring medical care forward. A recent survey revealed that 83% of physicians in the United States use mHealth to provide care to their patients. Mobile health can be used [...]
Technology innovations like telemedicine sessions, temperature sensors, medical devices, and wearables can replace the need for in-person visits and bring about remote care opportunities for patients with chronic illnesses. This is especially valuable during the ongoing global pandemic where it is advised by healthcare professionals to avoid going to crowded places and maintain a safe distance. [...]
Paperwork and documentation have long been a hindrance to healthcare. It’s laborious, time-consuming, and unreliable which in this industry can be costly. Not to mention the risk of error outweighs the time put in. Simply put, electronic medical records (EMRs) are digital patient records and charts. To create and maintain these records, healthcare providers often implement [...]
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts computer systems to block or limit access to data, till the victim pays a ransom fee to the cyber attacker. In a survey conducted in 2021 of 597 Health Delivery Organizations, 42% had been a target of two ransomware attacks in the past couple of years. Destructive malware has [...]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered solutions have various implications in the healthcare sector. AI has helped practitioners and healthcare organizations to streamline tasks that may take a longer time and has also reduced costs. The modern healthcare system in the USA is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) technology to maximize hospital efficiency, improve patient diagnosis and tackle the [...]
As the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world the healthcare sector started finding out innovative ways to reach out to patients remotely. Virtual care is when providers and patients connect through digital devices and tools to communicate effectively remotely. In virtual care, practitioners may use the Telemedicine EMR Software platform, real-time audio, video, and two-way messaging to [...]
According to the JAMIA study 70% of physicians who use EHR software systems in the patient care delivery process experience stress due to increased demands of health IT use. This negative stress may result in physician burnout which can impact productivity and care levels. It's first important to identify the signs of physician burnout which includes emotional [...]
Patients of today prefer more than just getting care from their healthcare provider. They expect great patient services which have a positive impact on their patient experience. Hospitals and clinics aim to retain their patients and attract new ones by providing them with a seamless digital experience and personal connection. Healthcare technology has helped to streamline [...]
As a healthcare professional you are inclined towards taking care of your patients and not focusing on administrative tasks. Unfortunately, operational errands and responsibilities can lead to physician burnout and increased stress levels. Daily administrative tasks also overwhelm staff members leading to additional pressure which can impact job performance levels. What can be done about these [...]
Small medical practices have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it has been challenging for them to stay competitive and establish a consistent revenue stream. A recent survey by the organization revealed that telemedicine implementation has been embraced by hospitals, payers, and patients, whilst small medical setups are struggling to adapt to healthcare technology [...]
