When Bean Counters Manage Patient Care

When Bean Counters Manage Patient Care

My nurse colleague with more than 20 years of experience in patient care started working at an ambulatory care clinic about two years ago. Soon after she joined, a large for-profit healthcare company purchased the non-profit clinics. Initially, work went on as usual....
It’s Time to Stop and Refocus EHR Efforts

It’s Time to Stop and Refocus EHR Efforts

Every day, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, orderlies and janitors walk into a hospital, clinic or medical office with only one thought in mind: “What little part can I do today to help heal those who are sick?” Healthcare’s uniqueness stems from its...