Tag - EMR

How to Attract and Retain Millennial Doctors

September 22nd, 2015 Known for their tech savvy, self-confidence and innovation, millennial doctors are bringing new ideas and philosophies that are changing the dynamic of hospitals and private practices and challenging the long-held rules governing a physician’s lifestyle. With today’s competitive job market, facilities need to adapt to the changes in order to stand out among the crowd.

EMR Implementation: Help or Headache?

September 20th, 2011 As a clinician, I have used more than five electronic medical record (EMR) systems in my career. I have experienced a full-on practice implementation as well as a transition from one system to another, all while continuing to service patients and provide direct care. Maintaining patient flow, documentation and care coordination is a challenge when you are navigating software that is not always intuitive.

The Electronic Medical Record Dialogue: What's Your Take?

April 25th, 2011 There is much dialogue in the media today discussing the adoption of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs). Due to possible Medicare payment penalties for non-adoption and payment incentives for adoption in the coming years due to the 2009 HITECH Act, the debate is heating up. A recent article in the Wall Street Journal demonstrates the amount of work still to be done with EMRs and highlights the mentality of those not yet partially or fully integrated