In this episode, we are joined by Mike O'Neill, the CEO of MedicaSoft. He discusses the top challenges that prevent healthcare organizations from effectively using their data, tools that can help organizations ensure privacy and data security, how to get started, and more! This episode is sponsored by MedicaSoft.
Summary
Top Challenges in Healthcare Data Usage
Introduction
In this episode, we are joined by Mike O'Neill, the CEO of MedicaSoft. He discusses the top challenges that prevent healthcare organizations from effectively using their data, tools that can help organizations ensure privacy and data security, how to get started, and more!
Barriers in Healthcare Data Usage
Mike O'Neill, CEO of Medisoft, discusses the barriers healthcare organizations face when trying to effectively use the data they have. He explains that the quality of the data is often the first hurdle, followed by practical concerns such as patient matching and data cleansing operations. Additionally, he outlines what usable data looks like, noting that it can affect metrics like quality of care, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency.
Implementing an Enterprise Architecture
Mike discussed how each department in a hospital typically solves data problems locally, which can lead to a lack of an overall framework when it comes to sharing data. He suggested that organizations should start by deciding on an enterprise architecture and data model so they can share data across departments. He also provided advice on how to ensure data privacy and security, and reminded listeners that investing in data usability is key to becoming a more data-driven organization.
Conclusion
I enjoyed talking with Mike and would like to thank him for his insights on complex issues. Additionally, I would also like to thank our podcast sponsor Medica Soft.
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This episode aired on 06/16/2023 and can be listened here.
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