If you want your healthcare practice to be known for its efficiency and high-quality patient care, you must remain ahead of the competition. By using a cloud-based clinical solution system, your medical practice may stand out from the competition.
Broad benefits of cloud-based clinical solutions include the ability to expedite operations, improve patient care, and improve practice management in general, in contrast to on-site clinical solution systems that operate off a dedicated server.
Below are over six indicators that suggest you might want to think about moving your clinical operations to the cloud.
Benefits of cloud-based solutions
Limited ease of access & mobility
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, working remotely has become common. It’s reasonable to assume that the days of being desk-bound to access patient records and manage appointments are over. If you’re unable to safely access vital information outside of your practice premises using your current clinical solutions system, it’s evident that you require a cloud-based clinical solution. This could be due to working from home occasionally offering virtual consultations, transitioning between practices, or an after-hours emergency. Secure remote access to patient records is now possible with cloud-based clinical solutions. All you need is an internet connection and a device. With this solution, you can be confident that your data is protected from theft, loss, or natural disasters, allowing you to make educated decisions even when you’re on the go.
Data security fears
In today’s digital age, data breaches are a constant worry. Concerns regarding the security of patient data kept on local servers are understandable given this level of detail. Unauthorised access, theft, looting, floods, or fire damage, or a break-in, are all possibilities that could jeopardise the security of your data. Nevertheless, clinical solutions hosted in the cloud provide better protection for your data. To reduce the likelihood of breaches, guarantee conformity with industry standards, and ensure that your data is secure, reputable technology providers employ cutting-edge encryption and security protocols.
IT infrastructure rising costs
The cost of on-site IT infrastructure maintenance may be high. Upgrades to hardware, server upkeep, security precautions, and support personnel are all expensive. By doing away with the need for pricey hardware and labour-intensive software installs, cloud-based clinical solutions free up money that may be used for patient care and practice expansion.
Challenges in collaborative care
In order to effectively collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting, it is imperative that providers have access to the same patient data. It’s time to deploy a cloud-based clinical solution if safely exchanging patient records to coordinate care with other experts & providers is challenging or impossible. Better patient outcomes can be achieved from a multidisciplinary team’s ability to secure data sharing and real-time communication to maintain continuity of care.
Restricted patient engagement & communication
Patients benefit from cloud-based clinical solutions as well. In order to create enduring relationships and increase treatment plan adherence, it is critical that you involve patients in their health and well-being. Having accurate and current records allows you to talk with patients during appointments in a more knowledgeable manner. You may quickly obtain pertinent information, expedite referrals, effectively manage follow-ups, create customised treatment plans, and track compliance.
Ineffective handling and scheduling of appointments
Does your practice’s efficiency and bottom line suffer because of missed appointments and scheduling errors? To help you organise appointment scheduling, make reminders, and handle cancellations, many cloud-based clinical solutions have an integrated online calendar and messaging capabilities. Your practice’s scheduling workflow will be optimised, and no-shows will be reduced.
Moving to a cloud-based clinical solutions system can be a game-changer for your medical practice if you’re dealing with rising IT costs, limited accessibility, scheduling inefficiencies, data security concerns, communication with patients and providers, or any of the other issues. You may improve patient care and set your practice up for success in the contemporary healthcare landscape by finding a reliable technology partner to assist you with the changeover.
You can contact Healthbridge at sales@healthbridge.co.za to learn more about their cloud-based clinical solutions and how it may improve your practice’s productivity and patient happiness. Do not wait until you are overwhelmed to take action.
