Tag Archives: EHR

EMR – The Great Expectations

The EMR technology has come a long way since its inception. Starting as a simple tool for recording information, EMRs today assist physicians through decision support systems. EMRs are increasingly becoming an integral component of the healthcare system in the … Continue reading

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EMR – Damage Control

Working in the healthcare industry is one of the most daunting professions in the world today. Over the years, the advancement in healthcare technology has come a long way. Physicians never stop learning, as the world of medicine evolves rapidly … Continue reading

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Making Your EMR Work

The views on EMR usability vary significantly from one physician to another. A number of physicians today think of cost and productivity benefits from an EMR, as myths. Some physicians feel that instead of improving efficiency, an EMR slows down … Continue reading

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EMR – Business of Saving Trees

Let me start off by saying that, I am a huge proponent of green technology, be it Eco-friendly containers, hybrid vehicles, recyclable paper products, etc. We have denied our next generations enough resources, as it is. We are at the … Continue reading

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The Zombie EMRs

The recent statistics suggest that there are nearly 500 EMR companies competing in the market today. Yes, that means 500 unique companies with different organizational cultures, goals and ambitions. While in most cases this represents consumer buying power, in the … Continue reading

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