• JULY 2007 FEATURE ARTICLES •
Network Security
Building an Endpoint Security Arsenal
A multilayered approach to network security
is required to reduce the risk imposed by the
proliferation of removable storage devices. (more)
By Rob Isreal
Wireless
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Case History
A large southern healthcare enterprise makes
the leap to a modern wireless phone system. (more)
By Debra Naderhoff
Health Plans and Technology
Automating Enrollment
An online portal guides consumers through the
purchasing process, linking sales with operations,
resulting in lowered costs and increased revenue.
(more)
By Gary Bolt, Brian Keane and Sahal Laher
Editorial
No Free Lunch
As predicted, healthcare technology and universal coverage are top issues in the presidential debates.
(more)
By Mike McBride
Thought Leaders
The Human Touch
With everyone firmly entrenched in the digital age, it is an afterthought for our society to use computers to speed communications, manage repetitive tasks, and make short work of complex calculations.
(more)
By Gene Nacey
EDIS
Overcoming Disaster
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center takes action
in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
(more)
By Reginald Best
EDIS Overhaul: Case History
Implementation of an EDIS in a pediatric
emergency department translates to more
efficient and timely care.
(more)
By Dwight Doerhoff, MSN, RN
Charting a Course for Accuracy in the ED: Case History
A multihospital network rolls out electronic nurse charting.(more)
By Tom Flanagan
RHIOs and the NHIN
Strategies for Success
RHIOs that are designed to improve patient care and satisfaction can also increase market share.
(more)
By Ilan Freedman and Joel Diamond, M.D.
Credentialing
Outsourcing Business Processes
A Los Angeles-based IPA achieves greater physician benefi ts and
an improved bottom line by employing advanced MSO services.
(more)
By Narciso Azurin, M.D.
Patient Safety
A Victory for ICU Safety
The implementation of a critical care software system improves
information management in the ICU of a VA healthcare network.
(more)
Palo Alto VA Healthcare System, Palo Alto, Calif.
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