Mobile

Patients have many legitimate reasons for recording their doctor's visit. But before you say "yes" make sure to understand state and federal statutes.

We asked physicians for the websites they recommend to patients who are looking for reliable health information. Here's what they said.

With many doctors interested in getting involved with some kind of telehealth model, it’s important to know the legal and reimbursement limitations.

Wondering if social media marketing is worth it? Here's how you can determine your ROI for time spent on social media.

There is no such thing as a standard telemedicine program. Consequently, it is extremely important to develop a strategic plan first.

Your patients want convenience and ease of access but does telemedicine provide the all-important continuity of care?

Practices that offer ancillary services to their patients must take marketing their customer services seriously, if they wish for success.

Technology tools, like Apple’s ResearchKit, present exciting opportunities for healthcare, but they must be regulated to protect personal health data.

Digital health technologies offer the potential for close and cost-effective, long-term remote monitoring of patients with mental health disorders.

Using mobile technology to manage patient care is great … if the patient uses it correctly.

Our 2015 Technology Survey Sponsored by Kareo reveals common challenges practices face after technology implementations. Here's what they are, and how to address them.

Monitoring patients remotely is one way to reduce healthcare costs, but it may also facilitate outcome-based reimbursement programs.

If, as a physician, you want to have an impact on your online persona, embracing social media is a great first step. But be careful how much you share.

Patients with chronic diseases consume a huge portion of healthcare expenses. The use of health tracking devices could change that.

Is there a role for video medicine in the personalized health world of concierge care?

In a sea of healthcare apps, you sometimes have to stand out to make a difference. Here are four apps doing just that.

Four ways mobile devices and other tools can improve patient care.

Surveys indicate that many physicians are lagging when it comes to fully utilizing mobile devices in patient care, but experts say that may change - soon.

While mHealth presents great opportunities for physicians and patients, conduct your due diligence first.

Practices should have finite goals for their social media programs and target their efforts to patients.

Anonymous, electronic remarks can be hurtful to your pride and medical practice. Here are four ways to handle potentially detrimental online reviews.

Recently, several SERMO physicians shared tips regarding how physicians can get more involved in mHealth. Here are 10 of our favorites.

Practices can interact with patients in many ways using social media: from community engagement to patient education to crisis communications.

Medical apps are a hot commodity, but before you jump in to the development market, take time to fully understand federal regulatory requirements.

More practices and hospitals are exploring how mobile devices can engage patients and improve outcomes. Here's how your practice can get involved.