Essential Guides
TechTarget editors have curated a collection of “essential” articles on key IT topics. These articles have been packaged into guides which offer our readers comprehensive, problem solving content to help inform and guide their research.
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A guide to healthcare IoT possibilities and obstacles
This essential guide explores the potential of the internet of things in healthcare, as well as some of the obstacles that may hinder its wider adoption. Continue Reading
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HIPAA compliance, patient data security top provider concerns
The security concerns of providers have grown more complicated. Find out how healthcare facilities can allow the use of mobile devices and stay HIPAA-compliant. Continue Reading
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RSNA 2017 conference coverage and analysis
The 2017 RSNA conference will begin the Sunday after Thanksgiving, bringing together over 50,000 medical professionals for a week of medical imaging sessions and exhibits. Continue Reading
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Enterprise imaging systems are gaining popularity in healthcare
More healthcare organizations are beginning to take an enterprise-wide approach to medical imaging by centralizing data in one system versus 'ology'-specific entities. Continue Reading
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HIMSS 2017 conference coverage and analysis
The SearchHealthIT team will be attending the HIMSS 2017 conference in Orlando. Follow this guide for coverage from the show, post-conference reactions and a recap of HIMSS 2016. Continue Reading
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Patient engagement strategies get consumerization booster shot
Healthcare organizations are being tasked with developing effective methods to keep their patients engaged, with nudges from government agencies that anything less won't be tolerated. Continue Reading
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How healthcare AI technology can improve patient outcomes
There are seemingly endless possibilities for AI in healthcare, whether it's as a set of second eyes for radiologists or as a tool to improve patient engagement. Continue Reading
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HIMSS 2019 news, trends and analysis
At HIMSS 2019, 40,000-plus attendees will learn more about plans for patient data interoperability and the growing influence of patient engagement. Our team will cover the event. Continue Reading
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A guide to navigating the modern health IT infrastructure
Today's health IT infrastructure combines new technology like the cloud and AI with staples like EHRs, but cybersecurity is also critical to defend against increasing attacks. Continue Reading
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RSNA 2018 conference coverage and analysis
This essential guide features news and highlights from the 2018 RSNA conference, which will cover innovations in radiology and medical imaging, and a refresher of last year's show. Continue Reading
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Guide to examples of cloud computing in healthcare
The potential of cloud computing in healthcare can no longer be understated as cloud providers step up their security features and undergo testing to ensure HIPAA compliance. Continue Reading
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HIMSS 2018 conference coverage and analysis
SearchHealthIT returns to Las Vegas for the HIMSS annual conference, which runs from March 5 to 9, 2018. Follow this guide for ongoing conference coverage. Continue Reading
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Healthcare data storage options
The volume of healthcare data is growing exponentially, and organizations have to figure out how to store it all. This guide looks at possible healthcare data storage options. Continue Reading
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EHR interoperability, regulations top patient record concerns
From meeting new government standards to navigating EHR interoperability woes, providers have a lot on their minds. Find out how they are accommodating EHR regulations without sacrificing security. Continue Reading
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HIMSS 2016 conference coverage and analysis
SearchHealthIT staff will be among the 40,000 people expected at HIMSS 2016, covering the biggest news that breaks at the event and gathering reactions from health IT experts. Continue Reading
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Where the vendor neutral archive stands in medical imaging
Vendor neutral archives were touted as replacements for PACS for medical specialties in need of image storage. This guide explains how far VNAs have come in reaching that goal. Continue Reading
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A last-minute guide to the ICD-9 to ICD-10 transition
The ICD-9 to ICD-10 transition has been a long time coming in the U.S. This guide examines the increase in codes and what providers did to prepare. Continue Reading
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Wearable health technology in medical and consumer arenas
The future of wearable health technology in the medical space may depend on if providers can make a business case for the use mobile devices. Continue Reading
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Guide to healthcare compliance resources and agencies
There are a handful of groups that function as healthcare compliance resources and regulate rules and programs such as HIPAA and meaningful use. Continue Reading
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A guide to news and analysis from HIMSS 2015
More than 300 educational sessions -- including speeches, roundtable discussions and workshops -- await those attending HIMSS 2015. Continue Reading
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Guide to business intelligence and health IT analytics
Technological initiatives including business intelligence and analytics programs are becoming commonplace at healthcare organizations. Continue Reading
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Conference coverage from RSNA 2014
Approximately 55,000 people will attend RSNA 2014. We'll be there to cover the biggest news and gather expert analysis from this radiology conference. Continue Reading
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Technology strengthening physician-patient relationship
Patient engagement technology is changing the healthcare landscape as providers use new ways to communicate with patients and improve health services. Continue Reading
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CHIME CIO perspectives, advice on health IT issues
Opinions and tips from members of the College of Healthcare Information Executives are within this guide, covering a range of health IT topics. Continue Reading
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Conference guide: News and analysis from HIMSS 2014
The HIMSS annual conference in Orlando, Fla., from Feb. 23 to 27, promises to deliver news and education on major health IT topics. Continue Reading
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Conference coverage: 2013 mHealth Summit
This year's mHealth Summit will host more than 400 exhibitors who will cover the latest mobile developments and predict its future in healthcare. Continue Reading
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Conference coverage: RSNA 2013 annual radiology meeting
Presenters at the annual Radiological Society of North America meeting will offer up the latest healthcare imaging news and tips. Continue Reading
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Guide: BYOD, app security and other mHealth trends
The mHealth market is targeting patients and physicians, leaving providers struggling to support the safe use of mobile devices. Continue Reading
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Guide: Telemedicine benefits held back by lack of reimbursements
Telemedicine can be used to extend specialized and primary care to patients remotely, but a number of issues have stalled adoption. Continue Reading
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Guide: Securing patient data while promoting BYOD in healthcare
Bring your own device policies are increasingly present across all types of businesses. This guide covers how BYOD has developed in healthcare. Continue Reading
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Providers adjusting to greater use of social media in healthcare
More physicians and patients are using healthcare social media to communicate. Facilities must allow for such communication without compromising data. Continue Reading