GetWellNetwork Endorsed by the American Hospital Association to Bring Bedside Communication to Patients.Interactive Patient Care System Receives Exclusive Endorsement CHICAGO -- AHA Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of the American Hospital Association American Hospital Association (AHA), n.pr a nonprofit national organization of individuals, institutions, and organizations engaged in direct patient care. The association works to promote the improvement of health care services. (AHA), and GetWellNetwork, Inc., a leading provider of Interactive Patient Care (IPC (1) (InterProcess Communication) The exchange of data between one program and another either within the same computer or over a network. It implies a protocol that guarantees a response to a request. ) solutions, today announced an exclusive endorsement of the GetWellNetwork[R] PatientLife System[R]. By using a touch screen monitor, or other handheld devices, patients can access valuable information about their care, communication with loved ones loved ones npl → seres mpl queridos loved ones npl → proches mpl et amis chers loved ones love npl and caregivers, as well as entertainment opportunities. The announcement was made as part of the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society Founded in 1961, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) is a healthcare industry membership organization exclusively focused on providing leadership for the optimal use of medical informatics technology and management systems. (HIMSS HIMSS Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society ) 2007 conference. The selection was made after an extensive review and market assessment by AHA Solutions of more than a dozen companies that offer bedside communications systems In telecommunication, a communications system is a collection of individual communications networks, transmission systems, relay stations, tributary stations, and data terminal equipment (DTE) usually capable of interconnection and interoperation to form an integrated whole. . The GetWellNetwork system was endorsed because it goes far beyond passive, on-demand resources to provide a fully integrated approach to patient care. The system can personalize per·son·al·ize tr.v. per·son·al·ized, per·son·al·iz·ing, per·son·al·iz·es 1. To take (a general remark or characterization) in a personal manner. 2. To attribute human or personal qualities to; personify. the care experience of each patient, using GetWellNetwork Patient Pathways[TM] - that display on-screen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. messages specific to a patient's care, condition and safety as well as other important aspects of the hospital stay. "AHA's decision to focus on Interactive Patient Care makes a profound statement on the impact that the technology is having in today's healthcare environment. GetWellNetwork is proud to be endorsed by AHA Solutions," said Michael O'Neil, Jr., founder 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 GetWellNetwork, Inc. "GetWellNetwork is focused on a single thing - empowering patients by placing them at the center of their own care experience. In doing so, we are committed to helping healthcare organizations improve their care delivery by directly engaging patients into the service and quality initiatives that are vital to the hospital. We are humbled and thrilled thrill v. thrilled, thrill·ing, thrills v.tr. 1. To cause to feel a sudden intense sensation; excite greatly. 2. To give great pleasure to; delight. See Synonyms at enrapture. to work side-by-side with the AHA to bring IPC to its 5,000 hospital members and other healthcare organizations. This is an exciting day for GetWellNetwork." GetWellNetwork is the leader in the new category of IPC that helps hospitals meet service and quality compliance requirements Compliance requirements are a series of directives established by United States Federal government agencies that summarize hundreds of Federal laws and regulations applicable to Federal assistance (also known as Federal aid or Federal funds). . IPC provides hospitals with tools to meet discharge and medication education, as well as patient safety and pain management requirements. Simultaneously, IPC engages patients to provide real-time feedback to their caregivers, and offers patients interactive capabilities and entertainment features available at the home - helping hospitals achieve higher consumer ratings from hospital surveys and national assessments. Through bi-directional interfaces with hospital health information technology systems, IPC automates time-consuming nursing tasks such as patient education, pain assessments and required documentation. "After a comprehensive diligence effort, it became clear that the work GetWellNetwork is doing today, coupled with their vision for the future, sets them apart in the field. We are pleased to be working with such an innovative and dedicated group of professionals," said Anthony J. Burke, president and CEO of AHA Solutions. "The GetWellNetwork solution streamlines and automates day-to-day patient communications processes, allowing caregivers more time to focus on the important, personal aspects of patient interaction. In order to provide the highest level of treatment for patients, hospitals must focus on patient-centered care and help patients communicate with their providers - as well as keep them connected to the outside world during their stay. Interactive Patient Care solutions from GetWellNetwork are making these goals attainable for hospitals across the country." The GetWellNetwork[R] PatientLife System[R] will also be a key part of a soon-to-be-launched platform by AHA Solutions addressing process improvement, patient flow, safety, the patient experience and operational performance. For more information on the AHA-endorsed GetWellNetwork products and services, contact Mary Longe n. 1. 1. A thrust. See Lunge. 2. The training ground for a horse. 1. (Zool.) Same as 4th Lunge. , Director for AHA Solutions, at (312) 895-2534 or mlonge@aha.org , or visit www.aha-solutions.org About AHA The American Hospital Association (AHA) is a not-for-profit association of health care provider organizations and individuals that are committed to the health improvement of their communities. The AHA is the national advocate for its members, which includes more than 5,000 hospitals, health care systems, networks, and other providers of care, and 37,000 individuals. Founded in 1898, the AHA provides education for health care leaders and is a source of information on health care issues and trends. For more information, visit the AHA Web site at aha.org. About AHA Solutions AHA Solutions, Inc. is a subsidiary of the American Hospital Association (AHA) whose purpose is to identify and/or develop products and services that help hospitals and healthcare organizations operate more effectively - and efficiently. As the only area of the AHA with rights to award the AHA Endorsement, the company relies on its due diligence Research; analysis; your homework. This term has caught on in all industries, because it sounds so "wired." Who would want to do analysis or research when they can do due diligence. See wired. and healthcare industry knowledge to provide resource to healthcare leaders in the areas of Employee Benefits, Risk Management, Finance/Revenue Cycle Management and Technology. For more information, contact AHA Solutions at (800) 242-4677 or visit www.aha-solutions.org. About GetWellNetwork, Inc. GetWellNetwork, Inc. is a leading provider of Interactive Patient Care (IPC) solutions. In partnership with more than 50 thought leading hospitals and healthcare systems, the company delivers innovative technology and services to drive optimal patient outcomes. Empowering patients as active participants in the healthcare process, IPC solutions are patient-centric applications delivered at the point-of-care to ensure the completion of service and quality requirements, while driving new revenue opportunities and operational efficiencies for healthcare providers. GetWellNetwork and its clients have been widely acknowledged by the healthcare community, including receiving Spirit of Excellence 2006 recognition by Modern Healthcare. GetWellNetwork, Inc. headquarters are in Bethesda, Maryland Bethesda is an urbanized, but unincorporated, area in southern Montgomery County, Maryland, just Northwest of Washington, D.C. It takes its name from a church located there, the Bethesda Presbyterian Church, built in 1820 and rebuilt in 1850, which in turn took its name from . For more information, please call 877.MEET.GWN GWN Great White North GWN Gaussian White Noise or visit www.getwellnetwork.com. |
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