Washington University physicians embrace e-records

Computer screens are replacing X-rays and paper files.Surgeons and staff no longer wonder where’s the chart in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine. That’s because the division switched from using paper files to a fully electronic medical record system. Electronic records are thought to improve the quality of care, reduce errors and improve efficiency. The federal government has set a goal for widespread adoption of e-records in medical practices within the next 10 years.

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A stitch in time Using a cow’s heart, Kory Lavine (left) learns to do sutures from fellow student Andrew Harger at clinic orientation for new third-year students June 19. Other students (from left) are Michelle Moniz, Alistair Kent and Jeffrey Lau. Photo credit: Ray Marklin

Dean’s distinguished service awards

Photo by Robert BostonJean Audrain in the Department of Internal Medicine receives the Dean’s Distinguished Service Award from Larry J. Shapiro, M.D., executive vice chancellor and dean of the School of Medicine.

On the books

Photo by Robert BostonMissouri Gov. Matt Blunt signed Senate Bill 567, which requires health insurers to cover primary health-care costs for patients involved in approved phase II clinical trials for cancer.
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