Distracted Doctors – Living in an App World
The NY Times article on how devices are distracting doctors certainly rings true as hospitals push patient safety and preventing data breaches. The NY Times article on how devices are…
“Generic Medical Devices” FDA Approved Doctor Preferred Orthopedic Implants Made in the USA Costing 50% Less
This is kind of a “no brainer” as far as the cost side as we all know we pay less for generic drugs so the same applies here with a…
Rise Of The Digital Doctor [Infographic]
With the rise of Social Media, we are seeing more and more professionals actively using different paltforms to connect and share. This infographic highlights the use of social media among…
Americans Must Be Bad With Fractions
Americans seem to have a problem with fractions. As in, they don't appear to grasp how they work. That's the conclusion I've finally reached after noticing a striking trend among…
Personal Health Record rEvolution
Personal Health Record rEvolution As hospitals and healthcare systems move toward establishing “meaningful use” of electronic health records (EHR< Personal Health Record rEvolution As hospitals and healthcare systems move toward…
HealthCare and Social Media: 9 Social Media Statistics
Healthcare marketers understand the value of establishing a presence on social media and building a relationship with patients. But how do patients interact with hospital brands? What social sites do…
Medical Device Connectivity: Lessons from a Recent Recall
A recent Class I recall of a medical monitor with a hospital network connected central station stimulates some generalities about software, “fixes”, and connectivity. A recent Class I recall of…
Colt McCoy’s Concussion Fumbled by Team Physicians
The Cleveland Browns have been in the news this week, and not because of newfound success on the gridiron. While sports is not among my highest priorities, I have developed…
Being Your Own Patient Advocate
Joe and Teresa Graedon's book "Top Screwups Doctors Make and How to Avoid Them" is an acknowledgment that serious mistakes are made at every hospital in America on a…
Smart Phone Attachment Takes Quick Eye Exam
This company has evolved out of the MIT labs. This is amazing that for as little as $ This company has evolved out of the MIT labs. This is amazing…
