Epic Systems confirms that it’s planning to launch its own app store called the App Exchange AppOrchard. While few other details are available, that isn’t stopping us from putting our own app ideas in motion. With Epic consultants and end users in mind, here are five apps we’d like to see in the new Epic […]
With telemedicine interest on the rise and mHealth and wellness device regulation in the news, patients and providers alike are interested in what medical innovations are up next. Moreover, everyone wants to know what medical devices, procedures and technology will make life - and health - easier in 2015 and beyond. Cleveland Clinic compiled its […]
Over the next seven years, the mature hospital information systems (HIS) market will see higher growth opportunities in non-clinical HIS segments, according to a new report from research firm Frost & Sullivan. The report, “U.S. Hospital Information Systems Overview and Outlook, 2013-2020: Managing Information in an Era of Reform,” says current penetration rates are high […]
We're starting our search for the best health IT Twitter influencers, and we need your help! In advance of naming the top HIT Twitter influencers in a separate blog post, we're calling for submissions of healthcare IT Twitter handles you follow that provide information about: Electronic medical record software systems Healthcare IT industry trends Healthcare information exchanges […]
Regulatory requirements, security concerns and innovations in cloud and mobility are among the top 10 trends driving healthcare QA and testing (QAT), according to Healthcare IT Leaders. Chief Quality Officer Michael Cooper presented his 10 key trends for the year in an on-demand web conference. The webinar replay and slides are available at: http://info.healthcareitleaders.com/top-10-trends-in-healthcare-qa-and-testing-for-2015. The […]
For minor ailments such as strep throat or pink eye, most patients would prefer to use telemedicine, according to a new study from Software Advice. Even though most surveyed (73%) have never participated in a telemedical visit, 76% of patients are at least “moderately interested” in virtually visiting the doctor instead of in a […]
For advocates of Health Information Exchanges (HIE), a new study on repeat imaging offers encouragement. As reported in January in Healthcare IT News, researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College found that participants whose medical records were accessed through an HIE within 90 days were significantly less likely to have repeat imaging tests. The study comes on […]
The looming ICD-10 deadline is a focus for many testing professionals in healthcare, but QA teams at provider, payor and pharma organizations have other major priorities to plan for as well. Want to know what's hot? Join us at 1 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, Feb. 3 to discover the Top 10 Trends in Healthcare […]
Though losing weight is the most popular New Year’s resolution, getting organized is the second most popular. If you’ve already cleaned out your closets, car, kitchen cabinets and home office, maybe it’s time to get your technology act together. And as a bonus, if you’re staring at your smartphone or laptop less often, you’ll have […]
In 2015, the global life sciences sector is adapting in an era of significant transformation. This year, life sciences sector growth is expected to skyrocket, due to aging populations, chronic diseases, rapidly expanding markets and treatment and technology advances, says Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited in its 2015 global life sciences sector outlook. The sector calls for developing both […]
While inspirational quotes tell you things like “Don’t wait for your ship to come in; swim out and get it!” the reality is that swimming for a long time can make your arms tired. If you’ve been in the job search pool for awhile, stay afloat with these five tips to supercharge your job search in […]
Talent Acquisition Specialist Christina Santini has been with Healthcare IT Leaders only since August, and in a sense, she's already outrun some of her coworkers. In October, Christina and two other Boston-office coworkers ran the CHaD (Children's Hospital at Dartmouth) HERO half marathon on behalf of Healthcare IT Leaders, and Christina beat the other two coworkers. An avid […]