by jsopher | Oct 30, 2014 | Emerging Technology & Trends, Technology & the Internet
The use of social media in health care is on the rise. Patients like to research their health online, and they want tech-savvy doctors. A recent survey found that 41 percent of people said social media would affect their choice of a specific doctor, hospital, or...
by jsopher | Oct 23, 2014 | Emerging Technology & Trends, Technology & the Internet
Whether you are embracing technology in every area of your medical practice — from an EHR to cutting-edge diagnostic equipment — or just testing the waters with a practice Facebook page, there is one often-overlooked element that is critical to your success: your...
by jsopher | Oct 9, 2014 | Emerging Technology & Trends, Patient Engagement, Relating to Your Patients
Doctors are not only increasing their use of mobile technology, but increasing numbers are bringing their own smartphones, tablets, and other personal devices to work. Recent surveys have found that about three-quarters of U.S. doctors are using their smartphones at...
by jsopher | Sep 24, 2014 | Emerging Technology & Trends, Technology & the Internet
Interesting new research has shown that in 2014, two-thirds of U.S. doctors own a tablet, smartphone, and a desktop or laptop computer. While it was once thought that tablets would replace smartphones, that has not turned out to be the case. Rather, doctors are using...
by jsopher | Sep 18, 2014 | Emerging Technology & Trends, Patient Engagement, Technology & the Internet
It should come as no surprise that much of America loves mobile technology and is crazy for apps. While the numbers increase daily, as of January 2014, data from Pew Research showed that 58 percent of American adults have a smartphone and 42 percent own a tablet. A...
