by J. Malanka | May 14, 2013 | Emerging Technology & Trends, Technology & the Internet
Morgan Stanley recently reported that 91 percent of all mobile users have their phones on them 24/7 or basically, ALL THE TIME. What does this mean for doctors? It means potential patients are looking at health information and searching for doctors online. In order to...
by J. Malanka | May 9, 2013 | Relating to Your Patients
According to a recent University of Minnesota study, only 50% of the information provided by health care providers is retained by patients, with half of that information recalled incorrectly. So why might this breakdown in communication exist? Well, it could be...
by J. Malanka | May 7, 2013 | Emerging Technology & Trends
Guest blog post by Dr. Paul M. Karpecki, O.D., Koffler Vision Group. The average optometrist sees about 12-15 patients per day. According to statistics based on future trends and current declining reimbursements as well as the potential changes surrounding the...
by J. Malanka | May 2, 2013 | Patient Engagement, Technology & the Internet
Technology is constantly evolving in new ways to improve patient education and care, and over the last few years, the Apple iPad has become an invaluable research and communication tool for doctors. It seems “There’s an app for that” isn’t just a clever catchphrase;...
by J. Malanka | Apr 30, 2013 | Emerging Technology & Trends
Who you hire for an open position your practice is one of the most important decisions you can make. Each member of your staff, from your office manager to your RN, is an integral part of your medical practice running smoothly. By making smart hiring decisions, you...
