From managing negative reviews to complying with HIPAA, social media can be a minefield for clinicians, making it all the more critical for leaders to establish clear guidelines, says John Halamka.
Social Media Guidelines For Clinicians
Social Media, Healthcare, And The Need To Be Liked
Instead of focusing on instant gratification and being ‘liked,’ perhaps healthcare providers should providing the best service possible — something patients will truly like, says Paul Roemer.
Does Your Digital Health Strategy Take Patients To The Land Of Oz?
Health system executives are spending millions to improve patient experiences during their hospital stay, when the far wiser investment is to manage the experiences that happen outside the four walls, says Paul Roemer.
Care Coordination Innovation: Can We Use Apps For That?
Rather than relying on a single vendor to provide all the innovation needed to support new care models, CIO John Halamka proposes a new idea: an ecosystem in which third-party modules layer on top of traditional EHRs.
The Strongest Link
A simple task that takes just a few minutes can make a big difference in someone’s career, says Kate Huvane Gamble, who became inspired by a health IT rock star to make empowering others a priority.
Michael Archuleta, Director of IT, Mt. San Rafael Hospital, Chapter 2
These days, Michael Archuleta’s team is focused on security and patient engagement, but before that could happen, an IT strategic plan had to be created and implemented.
The New Newsletter: Leveraging Social Media To Engage Your Team
If you want to keep your team informed, ditch the old-fashioned newsletter and start using social media, says CIO John Mason, who offers tips on how to leverage tools like blogs and Twitter to engage with the younger workforce.
The Real Idea Factory
Ideas can come from anywhere, but an organization must have leadership that is willing to listen—and a structure that can enable them to be operationalized, writes Anthony Guerra.
10 Ways To Comply With Security Laws
How can organizations become less vulnerable to data breaches? By creating a culture of security and keeping the staff educated on issues such as social media usage, encryption, and how and when to report a breach, says attorney Helen Oscislawski.
Tweet Sheet: Using Social Media To Increase Staff Engagement
Opening social media to employees can help build loyalty and increase engagement, but it’s critical to have a strategy that is clearly defined, agile, and implemented carefully, says CIO Sarah Richardson.
