
January 7, 2025
Taking a coordinated approach to strengthen rural healthcare systems against cyber attacks
Over the last several years, the healthcare industry has seen a dramatic increase in cyber incidents that target smaller rural hospitals and health centers, requiring a coordinated, proactive defense by electronic health record (EHR) vendors and data security companies.

December 3, 2024
Harnessing data to address SDOH and improve health equity
Social determinants of health (SDOH) play a pivotal role in shaping disparities in care and wellness across populations. Addressing these challenges is essential for advancing health equity, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to achieve optimal health regardless of their background, income, ...

November 19, 2024
MEDITECH customers share their innovations with the healthcare industry
Healthcare organizations using MEDITECH's solutions are at the forefront of technological innovation in the industry. By sharing their groundbreaking practices and real-world applications, these organizations are inspiring others and improving patient care globally. These stories of success ...

August 6, 2024
International healthcare organisations embrace digital solutions and bring transformative technology to global communities
Technology is transforming healthcare around the globe, and MEDITECH is proud to play an instrumental role in extending the reach of these innovations to our international customers. Our customers span 27 countries and territories, including the United Kingdom, South Africa, Australia, and ...

July 23, 2024
How Medina Healthcare System saved $10,000+ per month and other wins from their MEDITECH implementation
When selecting a new EHR, platform cost savings were a significant consideration for our organization, but we never expected the savings that we now see monthly. Located in Hondo Texas, Medina Healthcare System comprises a 25-bed critical access hospital, three rural health clinics, and four ...

June 20, 2024
Tips for participating in CHIME’s Digital Health Most Wired program and survey
In 2018, the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) began the process of transforming and refining the Digital Health Most Wired Survey to elevate the program to its current state as a strategic planning resource. Each year, CHIME receives over 40,000 surveys, and by ...

May 21, 2024
Southern Ohio Medical Center battles the opioid crisis and drives change in their community
According to the CDC, overdose deaths have continued to rise in recent years. Between September 2022 and September 2023, deaths by overdose surged, claiming over 100,000 lives in that year alone. This is a problem that continues to require innovative solutions and ways to mitigate risk. MEDITECH ...

May 9, 2024
Spotting medical provider burnout: A call to action
A couple of weeks ago I published a post on LinkedIn that seemed to strike a chord with my followers. It wasn’t just the topic. We all know that the healthcare industry as a whole has been struggling with the issue of clinician burnout for at least a decade. It was my 5-point list of ...

May 7, 2024
Using innovative technology to drive quality improvement efforts
Engaging in quality improvement efforts is a critical part of providing the best possible care to patients. Ensuring care teams have the tools they need for clinical decision-making makes it easier to turn discrete data into relevant information. By utilizing innovative technology and solutions, ...

April 30, 2024
How virtual nursing can guide patients and nurses into the next era of healthcare
Since 2020, the workplace hasn’t been the same. But while many other industries have returned with remote or hybrid jobs, health systems continue to need staff in-person and in full force. This can contribute to staffing shortages, minimal workforce retention, burnout, and documentation overload.