Eugene Jacquescoley's blog
For the past ten years, Microsoft has been developing a software that will answer the call of Six Sigma professionals worldwide. One of the several reasons why Six Sigma initiatives fail with a new company, has been the inability of key stakeholders accessing a wealth of information and making sense of the information in a timely manner.
As genotyping procedures have increasingly become more sensitive and complex, HIV scientists and physicians are finding new clinical approaches to treat compromised patient populations on Non-nucleoside transciptase inhibitor (NNRTI) classes of drugs. Further, as age demographics play a vital role in these populations, understanding phenotype/resistnace panels for regimen changes is paramount.
In light of the new wave of horror films that appear to push the envelope: One has to wonder if the MPAA is asleep at the wheel or if there is an esoteric influence pushing movies such as "Hostel" easily through the ratings lifecycle sans trepidation or anxiety.
RFID is making headlines in the business world as the "next frontier" of supply chain efficiency and hospitals across the country are beginning to take notice on how to effectively manage their assets. Due to the complexity of the health care infrastructure, HIPAA guidelines and delivery of care; this is a case against RFID technology and patient care...but I would advocate for an efficient hospital supply chain methodology.
What is alarming about this particular scenario, are the esoteric schemes mitigated by the credit card industry, to attract customers to their respective brands, by offering 0% APR. Hence, a customer misses one payment, there are drastic changes to the customer's APR. This has been one of the primary debates in contract law and pending legislation.
As the baby boom generation grows older, where to live after retirement can be daunting task, if un-prepared (psychologically, mentally and/or socially) for post-retirement. Furthermore, independent living as one grows older, can be a rewarding experience, if a medical and social infrastructure have been properly entertained (Administration on Aging).
As health care trends become more complex to interpret, the current nursing shortage has begun to make an impact on the delivery and quality in care. Particularly in nursing home institutions. Innovative approaches will be required to address these vital issues, as the baby boom generation begin to take advantage of their Medicare and Social Security dollars.
We are now in the third decade of HIV/AIDS and 500,000 people have died in this nation alone. Consequently, Dr. Janssen's testimony concerning this alarming issue is crucial on several fronts. Most importantly, age demographers, gerontologists, geriatricians and nursing home administrators are beginning to realize the new challenges that await this cohort in terms of access to care and compliance.
We face a number of threats, which the program covered. But climate change or that nasty word "global warming" caused to me sit erect in my seat.
The Business Intelligence (BI) platform/software is gaining traction in healthcare organizations in the US. But what are the implications of this software in terms of physician/hospital relationships?
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine whether there were any differences in documentation of pediatric immunization among pediatricians and nurses in a managed care setting. The sample consisted of 46 pediatricians and nurses (registered and licensed practical nurses). The participants were interviewed and their patient charts subsequently audited. The study utilized chi square analysis to assess the differences in documentation compliance, provider knowledge, and barriers across the provider groups. The results indicated that there were significant differences across the provider groups in documentation responsibility and provider knowledge. The implication of this study is that large managed care organizations, to yield a more positive audit result, should streamline their procedures and forms as they relate to documenting an immunization.
Avian influenza is an infection caused by avian (bird) influenza (flu) viruses (CDC). It is widely presumed that these influenza viruses occur naturally among birds. Wild birds in particular are suspect for carrying the virus in their intestines, but sickness from the virus is often rare. However, avian influenza appears to be extremely contagious among some domesticated birds (e.g., chickens, ducks and turkeys), which is some cases, can be fatal.
