health information technology

Personal Health Records–Who Are the Key PHR Providers and How Are They Handling Laboratory Results?

November 3rd, 2011

Several significant events have driven public and industry interest in personal health records. In 2004, President George W. Bush outlined a plan for the implementation of an electronic health record that could be accessed by all Americans. Although numerous companies   … Read more

Health Care is Paramount in US Stimulus Package

August 25th, 2011

By now, it is doubtful that there is anyone left in America who is unaware that President Barack Obama is in the process of putting through a new stimulus package to boost the economy.  Unclear to most, however, is how   … Read more

Nursing and Computers: the Inevitable Move Towards Electronic Health Records (ehr)

August 4th, 2011

Nursing and computers have not always been a perfect mix. Typically, nurses try to get away from new computer systems as much as possible. However, it is an inevitable workflow evolution in today’s hospitals.

“It was so easy before when   … Read more

Health Science Careers The Movie

May 18th, 2011

Health Science Careers: The Movie follows a patient through a simulated accident, treatment and recovery, highlighting the health sciences that one can study at Montgomery College. Montgomery College offers credit programs in: – Diagnostic Medical Sonography – Emergency Medical Technician   … Read more

The Future of Health Information Technology – Concluding Remarks

May 4th, 2011

A panel of prominent experts with experience in industry, government, academia, and medicine seek to define a vision for digital healthcare.

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