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In honor of 2020’s February “American Heart Month”, Jaken Medical has eagerly partnered with the International Children’s Heart Foundation to better serve children with congenital heart defects. With approximately 1 in every 100 children being born with a heart defect, it is relieving to see a foundation like ICHF stepping up to the plate to help those who can’t afford proper care.“The mission of the International Children’s Heart Foundation is to bring the skills, technology and knowledge …

In a study conducted by the Annals of Family Medicine in 2017, it was concluded that clinicians spend approximately 6 hours out of an 11.4 hour workday interacting with EHR. This is astonishing that more than half of their time is spent logging patient data, and it is quite evident that there is a need for change within this aspect of the current healthcare system.The demand for more efficient EHR workflow is at an all-time high, which is why companies like Google and Amazon are w …

While the healthcare industry continues to grow, there are several big tech companies such as Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft who all want a piece of the pie. It was only a matter of time before Google started making headlines.Over the past year, Google has been engaged with Ascension in a once-secret “Project Nightingale” in efforts to gain ground in the EHR (electronic health record) market. This project appears to be Google’s biggest stride in the healthcare industry through processing pati …

The importance of effectively interpreting an EKG/ECG can be a matter of life and death. There are several factors behind receiving an accurate electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) tracing. The more you apply the following tips, the more likely you are to detect whether a patient’s heart is healthy or not. 1. Properly Prepare Your PatientPatient preparation is vitally important to the accuracy of your EKG reading. If your patient is not thoroughly cleaned and shaved before applying ele …

Purchasing an electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) machine for your medical office is a vitally important investment that must be thoroughly analyzed beforehand. There is no need to worry or be overwhelmed, because we have you covered with a checklist of 7 options to consider before purchasing an EKG machine.1) Do I want brand new or refurbished? Brand new EKG machines and refurbished EKG machines both come with their costs and benefits. When purchasing an EKG machine brand new, you …