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Pairing Technology with Your Medical Library

Board Vitals - Pharmacist

Mobile Devices: Since 2006, a reported 85% of U.S. health providers have been using mobile devices such as cell phones, iPads and iPad minis to support patient care, engagement and education. Across simulated programs, some students reported faster skill improvement, enhanced communication skills and active student engagement.

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Rare Disease Day and a Focus on Quality

PQA

A measure developer, researcher, educator and convener, PQA’s quality initiatives support better medication use and high-quality care. PQA was established in 2006 as a public-private partnership with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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In conversation with Regius Professor of Pharmacy Ian Wong

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

As a pharmacovigilance officer, his job involved looking into the safety of medicines, and the role soon made him realise that the scientific knowledge acquired from his degree was not just for patient care, it had much wider value for public health. Professor Wong is, unsurprisingly, very proud of this achievement.

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Q&A with PQA Board Chair Susan Cantrell

PQA

During my one-year term and beyond, I aim to support the organization as it continues to evolve and impact patient care. Since its inception in 2006, PQA has had a rich history. PQA has grown and strengthened, spreading its wings in areas like research and measure modernization, with innovative thinking in quality measurement.

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Challenges & Opportunities in Emerging Digital Health Technologies

ISPE

Digital health is transforming the health care landscape through new technologies and platforms in patient care management, conducting of clinical trials, patient data collection, and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. IEC 62304:2006: Medical Device Software—Software Life Cycle Processes.” Published May 2006.

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Challenges & Opportunities in Emerging Digital Health Technologies

ISPE

Digital health is transforming the health care landscape through new technologies and platforms in patient care management, conducting of clinical trials, patient data collection, and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. IEC 62304:2006: Medical Device Software—Software Life Cycle Processes.” Published May 2006.