Technology

The speed at which virtual care and nurse practitioner care expanded has led to issues of inequitable access for patients with some providers charging patients to speak with a doctor online or by phone or to consult with a nurse practitioner.

Researchers will measure cost-effectiveness and outcomes of the new technology aimed to tackle administrative burdens.

Provincial auditor general Kim Adair says there is a lack of accountability and a disconnect between the three government entities that oversee the system.

A statement from the health authority says it hired third-party cybersecurity experts to help with the investigation.

A 2023 report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business estimated that Canadian doctors cumulatively spend 48.8 million hours per year on administrative tasks.

The program was created by Sousan Bagherpoor in response to the need for guidance after point of care was expanded to pharmacies.

Clinicians frustrated that Health Report Manager now giving them too much or the wrong kind of info.

These tool may be basic, but healthcare manager Chris LeBouthillier says patient-facing digital tools can go a long way in improving the experience for patients and making your clinic more efficient.