HIMSS was in full swing this week in Orlando, FL and was on fire with healthcare IT topics from patient engagement to care collaboration. The eMedApps team has been taking in all of the great HIT innovations as we showcase our own! We want to give our readers insight to the hottest topics at this year’s HIMSS!
- Wearables – Real-time data uploads to EHRs from patient wearables is a big topic. Imagine patients uploading data from their pacemaker, insulin delivery pump, biometrics, etc., to their medical chart? Providers will have near real-time data to provide better, more customized care to their patients. Game changer.
- Healthcare Consumerism – Patients have the opportunity to choose where they receive their care. Patient choice will drive care delivery organizations toward more personalized care experiences. Chronic care support will become a key market driver.
- Patient Engagement – Patients want to be engaged in their healthcare. Studies show that engaged patients have better outcomes[i]. Solutions now provide 24/7 access to healthcare information and healthcare providers leading to opportunities for smart phone apps and web portals.
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[i] Insights Report, NEJM Catalyst Insights, Patient Engagement Report Improved Engagement Leads to Better Outcomes, May 12, 2016. Reference: http://catalyst.nejm.org/patient-engagement-report-improved-engagement-leads-better-outcomes-better-tools-needed/
