Mobile Computing From The Editor

  1. Goodbye Healthcare Technology Online, Hello Health IT Outcomes 11/22/2013

    In January 2014, we’re changing our name and brand to Health IT Outcomes. Here’s the story behind the name change and what you can expect from us going forward.

  2. Can Entrepreneurs Save Healthcare? 5/28/2013

    I love to hear Jonathan Bush speak. Say what you will about his agenda as president and CEO of EHR vendor athenahealth, but the guy is a charismatic, passionate, and persuasive public speaker. When you hear Bush give a keynote, it’s clear he’s inherited much of the political swagger that runs in his bloodline (former president George H.W. Bush is his uncle and George W. Bush is his cousin).

  3. Mobile Carts Must Evolve Or Die 4/10/2013

    With tablet computers and smartphones quickly becoming the new “mobile darlings” in healthcare, COWs (computers on wheels) need to up their game to provide the value needed by today’s healthcare provider. By Ken Congdon, Editor In Chief

  4. The Top 5 Trends From HIMSS13 3/12/2013

    As the largest conference the city of New Orleans ever hosted, HIMSS13 delivered a ton of exciting health IT news and developments. However, these five takeaways made the biggest impression on me at the event.

  5. Let The HIMSSanity Begin! 3/4/2013

    I can’t take credit for the term “HIMSSanity.” I first saw it on an infographic that CDW published last week. However, it’s a perfect term to describe what the HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition has become. In an economy that has taken its toll on several trade shows and events, HIMSS continues to grow stronger.

  6. Technology & The Rise Of The Healthcare Extender 2/8/2013

    Much has been written about how physicians are leveraging technology in patient care, but how are nurse practitioners, medical assistants and other non-MD healthcare professionals benefiting from IT adoption?

  7. Two Health IT Hazards To Avoid 11/26/2012

    A recent report from ECRI Institute outlines the top 10 health technology hazards for 2013. Two hazards are directly related to EHR and mobile device usage. This highlights the dangers associated with these technologies and provides tips to avoid these issues.

  8. Practice Challenges Evident At MGMA 12 10/26/2012

    Practice sustainability, EHR adoption, and data transparency were all challenges shared at the MGMA conference this year. What advice did the thought leaders in attendance offer on how to address these issues?

  9. 5 Takeaways From AHIMA 2012 10/5/2012

    Privacy and security, data integrity, and ICD-10 were all key topics at AHIMA 2012. Here’s what you should know to ensure you’re on track with your health information management initiatives.

  10. How To Embrace BYOD Without Compromising Health Data Security 7/26/2012

    A BYOD (bring your own device) approach to mobility doesn’t have to lead to a loss of corporate control or increased security risks. In fact, when leveraged correctly, BYOD can provide a secure and cost-effective mobile option. By Ken Congdon, editor in chief, Health IT Outcomes