Clinical Care

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Clinical Care

The Micro-Hospital Boom: Can Small-Scale Facilities Solve Rural Healthcare Gaps?

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Rural America is bleeding healthcare access. Since 2005, over 100 rural hospitals have shuttered, leaving communities scrambling for emergency care ...

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Clinical Care

Should You Consider Hiring a Medical Scribe?

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Henry Johnson

Should you consider a medical scribe? Learn how scribes improve efficiency, enhance patient care, and explore the cost-effectiveness of virtual medical scribes.

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Pharmaceutical

What You Should Do After a Pharmacy Error

BY
Henry Johnson

You might think you’ll never experience a pharmacy error, but unfortunately, they happen. This blog will provide the next steps after finding a pharmacy error.

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Clinical Care

Patient engagement strategies for healthcare organizations

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Imagine walking into a doctor’s office and feeling completely in control of your health decisions. Sounds ideal, right? This dream ...

Clinical Care

Engaging Communities to Combat Health Disparities: Strategies for Effective Collaboration

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Health disparities continue to plague our society, often disproportionately affecting marginalized communities. These inequities result from a complex interplay of ...

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Radiology

Top Protective Equipment Used by Radiologic Technologists

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Henry Johnson

Specialized equipment minimizes radiation exposure for radiologic technologists. Explore the roles of lead aprons, gloves, thyroid shields, and dosimeters.

Clinical Care

Harnessing Big Data to Enhance Predictive Models for Disease Outbreaks

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

In an age where information is at our fingertips, the role of big data in public health has never been ...