Report: US doctors lag behind in health IT

Though use of EHRs and other technology has increased, US doctors are still behind those in many other countries when it comes to health IT adoption.  Read more

Doctors less optimistic about technology than health IT pros

Health IT pros are optimistic about the future of technology in health care. But fewer physicians have the same point of view – and that could hurt health IT adoption.  Read more

Survey: Online services key for patient satisfaction

September 19, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
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As patients make more choices about their healthcare, providers must work harder to keep them satisfied. Offering more access to online services will help, according to one recent survey.  Read more

Study: ORs are overworked, but health IT can help

September 14, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
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Most hospitals’ operating rooms are struggling to cut costs and keep up with growing case loads. But many are turning to health IT for help.  Read more

Top 3 complaints about health IT companies

Dealing with software vendors can sometimes be an unpleasant experience. Here are the top complaints providers have about health IT companies:  Read more

Clinical decision support tops health IT wish list

More organizations are installing clinical decision support (CDS) tools to help doctors treat patients — and most that are using CDS tools are finding their investments have paid off quickly.  Read more

Studies: Patients find inaccurate medical advice online

More patients are turning to the Internet for answers to their medical questions. But not everything they find is accurate, according to some recent studies.  Read more

How health IT can boost patient satisfaction

Thanks to legislative developments and changes in the way patients shop for health care, it’s becoming critical for hospitals and physician practices to pay attention to patient satisfaction. Here’s how health IT can help.  Read more

80% of doctors think health IT improves patient communication

Thanks to legal changes and other shifts in the healthcare industry, doctors face several new challenges. And most are turning to technology for help, according to a recent report.  Read more

New clinical iPad app released as tablet use grows

A new iPad application from ADP joins the growing ranks of software designed for doctors to use tablets for accessing EHRs and performing other clinical functions.  Read more

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