Dr. Jeffrey Sattler, Epic System Physician Builder, System Medical Informatics Physician and Hospitalist at SaintLuke’s Health System. Here, he discusses his background & current role, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, how he's thinking about growth and adding value to his organization, and more.
Summary
Dr. Jeffrey Satler: The Intersection of Healthcare and Technology
Background & Current Role
Dr. Jeffrey Sattler is an Epic System Physician Builder, System Medical Informatics Physician, and Hospitalist at SaintLuke’s Health System. He has both a pharmacy degree and a medical degree from the Kansas City University of Osteopathic Medicine. With his board certification in clinical informatics, he works with the chief medical informatics officer to develop technologies shared throughout different divisions within the health system.
Opportunities and Headwinds
Technology is a crucial part of healthcare with opportunities to improve patient experience and outcomes. With telehealth, patients can receive care without having to travel. However, healthcare organizations also face headwinds such as reimbursement issues, patient expectations, and financial constraints. Dr. Satler's health system has created a hospital-at-home program that has been successful through the use of telehealth and onsite clinicians.
Thinking about Growth and Adding Value
The use of technology has huge potential, and Dr. Satler encourages healthcare organizations to optimize current electronic medical records and use technology to improve operations. This includes transparent pricing and cost estimates as well as remote patient monitoring and call light systems.
Investing in the Patient Experience
SaintLuke's Health System has invested in telehealth visits, remote patient monitoring, and iPads to improve communication between patients and the care team. They are also looking at ways to avoid readmissions and help patients transition out of the hospital.
As healthcare and technology continue to intersect, Dr. Satler and other medical professionals like him will play a critical role in ensuring that patients receive quality care with innovative solutions.
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This episode aired on 04/01/2023 and can be listened here.
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