Podcasts

POSP Educational Series - Episode 5: Converting from Paper to Electronic Medical Records
August 26, 2010
Discussing lessons learning during a transition from a paper-based clinic to an electronic medical record (EMR) with the Executive Director of the Calgary Weight Management Centre, Karim Bhaloo. Majority of issues encountered are similar to those practices that are going through the same transition preparation. These lessons learned will help others in the same situation and will provide key tips on the transition.

POSP Educational Series - Episode 4: Using EMRs to Achieve Meaningful Use
July 20, 2010
Having systematic access to patient information can lead to improved patient care by the use of metrics and reporting. Care providers can access their own care information and can set goals in patient care to be monitored and measured. By having measurable improvements in workflow and efficiencies you can support improved patient care.

POSP Educational Series - Episode 3: Using EMRs to Support Chronic Disease Management
September 7, 2010
Electronic medical records (EMRs) enable care providers in a clinic to work together to support the development of complete care plans. Using templates in EMRs and having the ability to customize for individual patients is important. In this podcast, the focus is thinking about EMRs as tools to support team-based approaches to chronic disease managment.

POSP Educational Series - Episode 2: Transitioning from an Earlier Version of an EMR to a Complete EMR Solution
May 25, 2010
What can you expect in transitioning from a prior version of an electronic medical record (EMR) solution to a qualified service provider EMR solution? This podcast will help you understand best approaches to be successful in the transition, the benefits of an application service provider vs. local servers and how EMR performance is maintained as demand grows.

POSP Educational Series - Episode 1: Choosing an EMR
May 11, 2010
Change can be difficult and transitioning to a new electronic medical record solution is no exception. This podcast will explain what services are available from POSP to help you in the decision making process and also preparing to implement your EMR.