There’s no understating the value of a mammography screening. These tests are an invaluable tool in identifying breast cancer and saving lives, yet many women are still hesitant to attend their annual screenings. It falls on doctors to help educate and communicate the importance of an annual mammography. By addressing patient fears and concerns, you can create better awareness of…
Every procedure, no matter how big or small, requires good communication and care for your patients. By sharing knowledge, answering questions, and taking the right steps to prepare for the procedure, you help your patients achieve better results and smoother recovery periods. While venous ablation is a relatively common and safe procedure, it’s still important to help your patients feel…
Even those who don’t suffer from anxiety can get a little nervous in a doctor’s office. The stark environment, unknown details about procedures, and anticipation about test results all work to put patients on edge. Medical professionals have a responsibility to not only care for their patients but to also make them as comfortable as possible throughout their visits. If…
An echo test, or echocardiogram, is a common ultrasound test that evaluates a patient’s heart. When you schedule this test, it’s your job to ensure that your patients are as safe and comfortable as possible before, during, and after the procedure. This means answering any questions they might have, giving them any preparatory instructions, and guiding them through the entire…
If you manage a medical facility, you owe a lot to your staff. Every member of every team plays a vital role in keeping your building running and your patients healthy. It’s your job to make sure you take care of your staff the same way they take care of everyone who comes through your doors. To give your employees…
How can we be more environmentally responsible? It’s a question businesses and homeowners alike are considering more and more. Fortunately, there are several ways to make your building and practice more eco-friendly. Many of these ideas can also save you and your facility money as you cut energy costs, replace equipment less often, and practice other sustainable habits. To help…
The medical field is home to ever-changing equipment and technology. When you provide your staff with the best possible resources, they can achieve the best possible results. Just as everyone in an operating room has a distinct role to help get the job done, so does every piece of equipment. Here’s some of the essential equipment in the operating room…
The well-being of your patients relies on the well-being of your staff. However, the physical, mental, and emotional demands of a job in the healthcare industry can take their toll on employees. It’s crucial for hospitals to take care of their workers by providing them with the training, resources, and overall environment they need to stay safe and productive on…
Medical facilities have a responsibility to their patients; it is their job to provide a safe and accessible place for the community to find treatment and care. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) doubles down on this responsibility, requiring facilities to meet certain accommodation standards for disabled patients. While these standards should exist in every part of the building, they’re…