Healthcare organizations have come a long way in adopting data science to improve patient care. Phoenix Children’s Hospital stands out as a prime example, with Chief Medical Information Officer Dr. Vinay Vaidya and Dr. Wendy Bernatavicius, division chief of general pediatrics, touting their organization’s reliance on data as its superpower.
Gone are the days when healthcare professionals were hesitant to use analytics platforms. Today, Phoenix Children’s leverages electronic health records to enhance communication and provide real-time decision support to clinicians. Alerts for patient allergies and early sepsis warnings have become standard practice, thanks to the seamless integration of data into clinical workflows.
In a recent HIMSSCast interview, Vaidya and Bernatavicius emphasized the importance of incorporating patient data into clinical support tools. By breaking down data silos and fostering collaboration between clinicians and data analysts, the hospital has seen a significant shift towards a data-driven culture. Custom-built analytics tools have not only improved patient care but also streamlined workflows and enhanced overall efficiency.
Key talking points from the interview include creating data-driven tools to improve patient outcomes while minimizing alert fatigue, delivering real-time data at the point of care, and promoting collaboration between clinicians and data analysts. The hospital’s success in leveraging data for better patient care serves as a testament to the power of analytics in healthcare.
For more insights on data-driven healthcare initiatives, check out related topics such as McGill University Health’s journey to a data-driven culture, the future of digital-first patient engagement, and the role of data-driven leadership in patient safety. As healthcare organizations continue to embrace data analytics, the possibilities for improving patient outcomes are endless.
Andrea Fox, senior editor of Healthcare IT News, can be contacted at afox@himss.org for more information on data-driven healthcare initiatives. Healthcare IT News, a HIMSS Media publication, is dedicated to keeping healthcare professionals informed about the latest trends and innovations in the industry. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music to stay updated on the latest developments in healthcare data analytics.
