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  1. Full-Featured EHR App For iPhones Released 1/13/2016

    Latest iPhone EHR app allows doctors to document full patient encounters and bill insurance. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  2. 3 Of 4 Americans Plan To Purchase A Fitness Device 1/8/2016

    Wearables aren’t dead according to a Consumer Technology Association survey which found 75 percent of Americans plan to purchase a new fitness device in the next year. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  3. HIT Critical To Meet Federal Standards 1/7/2016

    Meeting current federal regulations would be impossible without the help of health technology, according to a study from IDC Health Insights. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  4. $4.3 Billion Invested In Digital HIT In 2015 1/5/2016

    While the number of venture capital-funded deals dropped, the average amount rose. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  5. Residents: Texting Is Preferred Communication 12/28/2015

    Efficiency and ease of use were two reasons medical residents preferred texting to other forms of communication for in-hospital communication. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  6. Patients Dislike Your Computer Use 12/25/2015

    Patient satisfaction declines when providers use computers during visits, according to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  7. Healthcare Breaches Surpass All Other Industries 12/23/2015

    The Anthem Hack was the largest breach in 2015, exposing 78.8 million records. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  8. Docs Prescribe Hospital-Designed Apps 12/11/2015

    Mobile applications designed by doctors and hospitals are gaining popularity as a way to keep patients on track. By Katie Wike,contributing writer

  9. Report Reveals CIO Challenges And Priorities For 2016 12/9/2015

    Report includes insights from eight leading healthcare CIOs for the road ahead. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  10. Boston Children's Hospital Turns To Hollywood To Improve Simulators 12/4/2015

    urgical simulators get boosted with Hollywood special effects for more realistic experiences. By Christine Kern, contributing writer