08/27/2025
Make use of electronic features
One of the biggest benefits of EHR is that it turns patient records digital.
But in addition to saving time and space through digitalization, EHR includes several other useful features that can significantly improve your medical practice.
Some of these features include:
Integration with other information sources. EHR software can be linked with other systems which your laboratories and imaging departments may use. This allows you to exchange data with your colleagues and associates quicker, and provide more timely patient care. You no longer have to wait for the physical copies of X-rays or CAT scans to be delivered, because you can just access their digital versions in the EHR system.
E-prescriptions. With this feature, patients no longer need to carry paper prescriptions to pharmacies. This can improve patient experience, as patients wonât have to travel back and forth, but can rather pick up their medications right after their appointment. E-prescriptions can also store pharmacy preferences in your patientsâ records, include built-in alerts for medication interactions, allergies, and dosing, and avoid errors caused by messy handwriting.
Telemedicine. The option to provide healthcare remotely can be a game-changer. This tool allows you to engage with patients who are under quarantine, have limited mobility, live far away, are traveling, or simply find online consultations more convenient.