As we wrap up 2015 I wanted to take a look back at our most popular blog posts for the year. It is not a surprise that some of the more popular posts were about analytics, digital transformation and value-based care. Here are the top 10 posts from 2015:
#10. Empowering Patients: Engaging Beyond the Traditional Care Setting
Consumerism is changing how we interact with our care providers. Connecting patients more closely to care providers is especially important after discharge from a facility.
#9. IoT Not Just An Acronym: A Powerful Force Transforming Healthcare
Internet of Things (IoT) is not a new term. Nearly 20 years ago an MIT professor described a world where “things” are connected and able to share data. In healthcare, IoT is not a technology trend on the horizon, it is here today, and having an enormous impact on the healthcare industry.
#8. Infographic: Value-Based Care Transformation
Hospitals and health systems rely on technology and data to outline the characteristics of their population and identify high-risk patients in order to manage chronic diseases and deliver enhanced preventative care.
#7. 6 Keys to a Digital Marketing Mindset in Healthcare
Chris Bevolo, author of “Joe Public Does not Care about your Hospital” and more recently, “Joe Public II: Embracing the new Paradigm” spoke at the Chicago Healthcare Marketing Summit on May 27. He shared why the word Paradigm is the right word to describe the sea change in digital marketing.
#6. Infographic: 10 Healthcare Analytics Trends for 2016
In 2016 one area that will continue to be a focal point for healthcare organizations is analytics and the ability to transform large amounts of data into meaningful information that can be utilized to improve patient care and operational performance.
#5. Healthcare CIO Series: Embracing Digital Transformation
In this interview I interview David Chou about digital transformation in healthcare and the impact the digital era is having on patient care and the overall mindset of healthcare organizations.
#4. Infographic: Patient Portals – 7 Features the Market is Demanding
When it comes to patient portals most provider organizations are focused on meeting the Meaningful Use requirements rather than creating a patient portal that truly engages their patients.
#3. 15 Health IT Standards and Interoperability Rockstars to Know
There are many people contributing to the evolution of health IT standards and healthcare interoperability efforts – check out the 15 Health IT Standards and Interoperability Rockstars You Should Know.
#2. Infographic: Top 10 Connected Health Trends for 2015
Connected health engages patients, members, providers, and the health community using technology to deliver quality care outside of the traditional medical setting. We have identified the top 10 connected health trends and highlighted them in this infographic.
#1. Top 10 Most Influential Healthcare CIOs on Twitter (Video)
An increasing number of healthcare CIOs are using social media to engage with thought leaders throughout the world. Twitter and other social media vehicles provide a collaborative platform to share knowledge, consume loads of information and connect with other industry leaders.
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