It seems technology is advancing the lives of hospital physicians, allowing them to approach patient care more effectively and efficiently, while maximizing the capabilities of nurses. “A Florida hospital has developed a system for wireless real-time monitoring and reprogramming of cardiac devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators, using … [Read more...]
iPad System Extremely Useful Tool for Hospital Physicians
Issues Likely to Impact Hospital Physicians in 2012
With the New Year quickly approaching hospital physicians, as well as most folks working on the patient care side of the healthcare industry, are preparing for some significant changes. “Physician News Digest” recently highlighted some areas in which change can be anticipated: 1. The ever-changing nature of medical practices will continue. … [Read more...]
Physicians Urge Second Opinions
Earlier this week, the “Chicago Tribune” ran an informative healthcare feature that discussed the truth about second opinions in patient care. Interestingly, many patients refrain from requesting second opinions, fearing they might insult primary care physicians. However, a study had found the opposite to be true; most physician service … [Read more...]
Healthcare Reform Supports School-based Health Centers
Let’s face it - healthcare reform is bittersweet for physicians and hospitals alike. Private practice physicians have expressed that their frustrations stem from feeling like the healthcare reform has backed them in to a corner, while hospitals struggle to determine whether to fill their institutions' physician employment opportunities with … [Read more...]
Healthcare Reform Forces Many to Change and Adapt
While a notable number of professionals practicing physician services continue to make that significant switch that takes them from private practices to larger hospitals and healthcare systems, industry stakeholders, policy makers, health systems, and even patient advocates must also prepare for significant changes. “As physicians migrate from … [Read more...]