Health IT
Informed Consent Access to Databases Helps Calculate Cardiac Risk
An Internet-based program helps to determine an individual's risk of death, bleeding, or restenosis, using data collected from a U.S. national cardiovascular database in a groundbreaking pilot for a new informed consent form. More...16 Jun 2010

"Green” Hospital Technology Reduces Environmental Impact
An environmentally friendly hospital approach focused on improving energy efficiency, optimizing resource consumption, and increasing the share of renewable energy generation is contributing to a significant reduction of the carbon footprint. More...02 Jun 2010
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Always-On Medical Tablet Allow Simultaneous Viewing Screens and Live Consultations
RFID Systems Help Monitor Hand Washing Compliance in Hospitals
Data Exchange Service Sends Radiology Reports Directly to Heath Information Systems
Enhancements Developed to Medical Imaging Repository for Capture, Sharing of Imaging Data
Nurse Training Tool Helps Prepare and Retain New Nurses
EHR Alone May Have Limited Ability to Improve Care Quality
"Diabetes App” Available for Smartphones
Alaskan Tribal Hospital Implements Information Technology Solutions
Surveillance and Prevention Software Reduces Infection Spread
Embedding Images in Radiology Reports Speeds Decision-Making
Laboratory Information Management System Provides Embedded Validation Support
Web-Based Solution Eases Acceptance of Electronic Health Records
A New Approach to ECG Management in Clinical Trials
Virtualization Feature Developed for Imaging Software-as-a-Service
Steps Taken to Assess Any Possible Risk with Low-Dose Radiation Exposure
Innovative Software Creates 3D Views of Cardiac Arteries
Remote Surveillance System Monitors Critical Care Areas
Interactive Care Technology Platform Increases Patient Satisfaction
Telehealth Market Fuelled by Healthcare Demands
Swedish National Patient Summary Gains Wide Acceptance
Software Management Solutions Boost Hospital Efficiency
Surgery Simulation Software Promotes Safer Liver Resections
Software Solution Allows Enhanced Oncology Patient Management
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