Computerworld Honors Program Recognizes GE as Worldwide Healthcare Technology Leader.Business Editors/Health & Medical Writers MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 10, 2002 GE Medical Systems Information Technologies today announced it has been recognized as a leader in healthcare technology by the Computerworld Honors Program. GE was awarded this top industry recognition for delivering advanced healthcare information technology to transform the healthcare enterprise into one that is paperless, filmless and wireless. GE was selected from more than 300 nominations representing more than 20 countries for the Computerworld Honors 21st Century Achievement Award. MedicaLogic, acquired in March 2002 by GE Medical Systems Information Technologies, was recognized for its impact on society through achievements in medicine, innovative use of technology and the success of the technology. Medicalogic is a leading provider of electronic medical records for outpatient outpatient /out·pa·tient/ (-pa-shent) a patient who comes to the hospital, clinic, or dispensary for diagnosis and/or treatment but does not occupy a bed. out·pa·tient n. care. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Greg Lucier, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of GE Medical Systems Information Technologies, MedicaLogic has built a solid reputation on the development of advanced technology that increases patient safety. "This recognition reinforces the commitment GE Medical Systems Information Technologies has to enhancing patient care and providing a variety of clinical solutions to both patients and healthcare providers," said Lucier. This announcement comes nearly a year after GE received the Laureate lau·re·ate adj. 1. Worthy of the greatest honor or distinction: "The nation's pediatrician laureate is preparing to lay down his black bag" James Traub. 2. Award for its Application Service Provider (ASP asp, popular name for several species of viper, one of which, the European asp (Vipera aspis), is native to S Europe. It is also a name for the Egyptian cobra (Naja haja). ) technology, which electronically transfers medical images and records anywhere, at anytime over a secure network. "We are dedicated to helping doctors and nurses provide better care for their patients by developing advanced technology for accurate and reliable results," said Mark Leavitt, MD, PhD., general manager, technology development ambulatory care ambulatory care n. Medical care provided to outpatients. ambulatory care, n the health services provided on an outpatient basis to those who can visit a health care facility and return home the same day. for GE Medical Systems Information Technologies. "This award recognizes GE's focus on improving the quality and productivity of outpatient healthcare worldwide," added Leavitt. "GE's leadership in technological advancement is transforming healthcare," said Daniel Morrow mor·row n. 1. The following day: resolved to set out on the morrow. 2. The time immediately subsequent to a particular event. 3. Archaic The morning. , executive director, Computerworld Honors Program. "Their information technology offerings are improving patient safety and care." About the Computerworld Honors Program Founded in 1988-89, the Computerworld Honors Program searches for and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated vision and leadership as they strive to use information technology. About GE Medical Systems Information Technologies GE Medical Systems Information Technologies provides hospitals and healthcare systems with advanced software and technologies to improve their clinical performance. The Company's expertise spans the areas of cardiology cardiology Medical specialty dealing with heart diseases and disorders. It began with the 1749 publication by Jean Baptiste de Sénac of contemporary knowledge of the heart. Diagnostic methods improved in the 19th century, and in 1905 the electrocardiograph was invented. , patient monitoring, image management, clinical communications, clinical information systems and Six Sigma-based management tools to enable a real-time 1. real-time - Describes an application which requires a program to respond to stimuli within some small upper limit of response time (typically milli- or microseconds). Process control at a chemical plant is the classic example. , integrated electronic medical record. GE Medical Systems Information Technologies is a business of GE Medical Systems, an $8 billion global leader in medical imaging and technology. Additional information about GE Medical Systems can be found at www.gemedical.com. |
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