Scheduling can become a nightmare for practices if not planned and handled well. If you rely on manual on-call schedules to assign appointments to doctors, you’ll know what we are talking about. Balancing the number of patients and the quality of care dispensed can be challenging, but it’s important for your success. Miscalculations can potentially lead to overbooking or underbooking …
Do EMRs improve clinical outcomes? – A brief literature review
An electronic medical record, also known as EMR, is defined as an electronic compilation of one’s healthcare information. (More about EMRs) It is an electronic database containing information about the medical history, allergies, medications, vaccinations, prior hospitalizations & visits, procedures & surgeries, radiology images, laboratory results, vital signs and statistics, and all relevant medical information. EMRs …
How much does it cost to set up & run a dental clinic in India?
Setting up and running a dental clinic in India is no child’s play. We aim to make it simpler for you with this guide to estimating dental clinic costs. We discuss: BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a reputed degree and dentistry, a respectable, prestigious profession in our country. In India, there are a total of …
How to choose an internet service provider in India
Whether you’re setting up your clinic, or just need a new connection for your home, choosing among the multiple Internet Service Providers (ISP) available might seem like a daunting task. With so many offers, tariffs and agents vying for your attention, the right one for you might not be obvious. So we’ve compiled some tips on making a solid …
Setting Up a Nursing Home in India
Setting up a nursing home can be tough, but if done systematically, a great learning experience too. A tremendous amount of research and meticulous planning has to be done to execute a well-functioning nursing home. Here are a few guidelines to help you iron out the kinks in your plan before you get down to …
World’s Top 5 Medical Journals and How Much They Cost
The field of medicine is vast and there is a huge amount of research and clinical trials being carried out all over the world. The best way to stay abreast of cutting edge research is by sifting through scientific journals which are readily available in print and online. Most medical journals are peer reviewed, thus maintaining …
The beta-blocker controversy: New evidence from the CHARISMA trials
Ever since beta-blockers were pharmaceutically introduced, there loomed a cloud of doubt over their therapeutic safety. Whether beta-blockers can be used liberally for a range of cardiovascular diseases or not has been a persistent question for physicians and cardiologists across the globe. Though research supports the use of beta-blockers in patients with a history of …
GOSF: The Best Time to Buy Your Laptop
The Annual Great Online Shopping Festival (GOSF) has begun today and the discounts have begun. With all the deals being offered, now would be a great time to pick up that laptop you’ve always wanted for your practice. But what is GOSF? GOSF has been held annually in India since 2012, and is currently in its …
Best practices in managing medical clinics: Using staff effectively
As the healthcare industry witnessed many technology trends over the past decade, it has now become much easier to improve outpatient services and reduce prolonged hospital stays. The basic foundation for this rests on common sense and simple tools that enable an optimal medical practice. As the trend of outpatient care (or ambulatory care) increases, …
4 simple ways to ensure patients keep their appointments
Most developing countries are thickly populated. India alone has a population of more than 1224.6 million people1 which is more than one-sixth of the world’s population. However, for such a huge population, the Doctor –Population Ratio is a frugal 1:17002. This stresses the need for good doctor- patient communication during medical consultations and appointments. Doctors who …