Legislation & Health Policy The 5 Core SDOH Domains With an increased focus on social determinants of health (SDOH) around the world, it should come as no surprise that the topic is making its way into U.S. government-led initiatives. The Healthy People 2030 initiative outlines 5 core areas as areas of focus that should be considered for SDOH work.
Education and Support Featured The Draegan Network is Live! Introducing a private, virtual community where health IT professionals share ideas, discuss experiences and collaborate with one another.
Planning and Opportunities The Draegan Network An online member-based community for healthcare technology professionals - LAUNCHING SOON!
Planning and Opportunities Attending HIMSS 2020 There are less than two weeks to go before the health care technology world descends on Orlando, FL for the HIMSS 2020 Global Conference. Whether you are a first time attendee or a seasoned veteran, I’ve got a few tips to help you survive the week.
Operations and Optimization What is the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA)? ONC is working to develop a framework and corresponding agreement to improve electronic health information interoperability. What does it look like and will it work?
Planning and Opportunities How to Set Meaningful Goals Are there key characteristics we should include to set goals that are motivating? Will these same principles help us stick to them longer?
Workflow / Process Design Thinking Outside the Box - How to Generate Ideas We are constantly asked to do more with less. In the digital age, it’s more important than ever to be able to think outside the box. Here are some exercises to get the ideas flowing.
Change Management What does the Term Interoperability Mean in Healthcare? How do we define the various stages of interoperability? And for healthcare, which stage are we looking to achieve?
Planning and Opportunities How to Present a New Idea so People will Listen Why does it sometimes feel like the best ideas get stuck in the process and never find their way up to the people who can make them happen?
Planning and Opportunities Don't Let IT Projects Catch You Off Guard How do we stop IT projects from sneaking up on us? Are there processes that can be put in place to help manage the requests?
