From EMRs to ambient AI and other tools, healthcare technology is advancing at a rapid pace. For physicians, especially those in private practice, the wide array of available technology can make it challenging to discern what will be the best fit for their operations.
Teresa Tam, MD, a minimally invasive gynecological surgeon and owner of All for Women Healthcare in Chicago recently joined Becker’s to discuss the technology investments she’s turning towards to boost efficiency at her private practice.
Editor’s note: This response has been lightly edited for clarity and length.
Question: What is the best technology investment you or your organization has made in the last year and why?
Teresa Tam, MD. Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgeon and Owner of All for Women Healthcare (Chicago): I’m currently evaluating the best technology investment for my practice: a comprehensive cloud-based practice management and EHR system. Moving away from paper charts and fragmented systems will streamline scheduling, billing, clinical documentation and patient communication. The integration will reduce administrative burden, minimize billing errors, and improve patient communication through portal messaging. For my small independent practice, this efficiency is critical because it lets me focus on patient care instead of administrative tasks.
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