May 6, 2021
3 blogs to commemorate National Nurses Month
Many of us are in a different place than spring of 2020, thanks in no small part to the dedication of nurses and other caregivers, who didn’t miss a beat when the world shifted so quickly last year. As we elevate these hardworking individuals this month, and during this extended Year of the Nurse, ...
December 22, 2020
5 blogs our readers loved in 2020
COVID-19, the heroism of nurses, and virtual care—these are just a few of the topics that readers wanted to hear about on the MEDITECH Blog this year. As we persevere through the challenges of 2020 and highlight the importance of thought leadership in healthcare, let’s recap our five most popular ...
January 30, 2020
12 new authors we published in 2019
Our mission with the MEDITECH Blog is to share new ideas from thought leaders across the health IT industry — and during 2019, we welcomed more than a dozen new authors representing clinical, executive, and media perspectives.
December 30, 2019
5 blogs our readers loved in 2019
Cloud technology, mobility for nurses, and patient safety—these are just a few of the topics that readers wanted to hear about on the MEDITECH Blog this year. While we wrap up our 50th anniversary year, let’s look back at our five most popular blogs in 2019, and look forward to our vision of ...
February 7, 2019
5 reasons to be excited for HIMSS19
Let me tell you why I’m really excited to be attending my first HIMSS. First and foremost is the evolution of healthcare IT. The strides we’ve made in the past few years have been phenomenal. Leading technology providers and app developers are now embracing healthcare IT and connecting new ...
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February 12, 2018
5 ways hospitals can improve stroke outcomes
Improving stroke outcomes is all about recognizing stroke symptoms FAST and cutting the time between symptom onset and treatment. Ischemic strokes, which account for 88% of all stroke cases, leave patients with only a small three-to-four-and-a-half hour window in which they can receive medication, ...
February 6, 2018
Refreshing reads: 4 blogs you may have missed
Here at MEDITECH, we work to create insightful content and provide a platform for thought leaders in the healthcare community to discuss industry trends and solutions. From sharing customer success stories, to tips and suggestions on how to navigate the transforming world of healthcare, the ...
July 25, 2017
3 ways to prepare for CMS’s imaging appropriate use criteria
Everyone in healthcare knows the importance of getting paid for services, and outpatient diagnostic imaging procedures are no exception. Beginning January 1, 2019, providers must comply with imaging appropriate use criteria (IAUC) — as outlined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ...
May 9, 2017
6 resources to help nurses maximize wellness
The American Nurses Association (ANA) has designated 2017 as the “Year of the Healthy Nurse,” with a central focus on the balance of “mind, body, and spirit.” We’ve curated some of our favorite blog posts for nurses, along with a few external resources, to clear the mind and reduce stress for even ...
March 15, 2017
4 characteristics of a fully digital healthcare organization
Dr. Peter Bak, CIO at Humber River Hospital (HRH) in Toronto, was named 2016 Canadian CIO of the Year by the Information Technology Association of Canada. Under Dr. Bak’s leadership, HRH has deployed a staggering array of cutting-edge technologies, leading observers to declare it “North America’s ...