Current State and Future Impact of EHRs

New HITLAB’s event initiated the discussion on the promising future of EHRs. Could the synergy of EHRs and CRMs bring improved patient care, reduced clinician burnout, and interoperability among healthcare solutions?

Voja Lalich, founder and CEO of Vicert, and Dr. Rachel George, global lead at Salesforce, discussed the current state and future impact of EHRS in the system.
The panelists' shared vision underscores the industry's commitment to harnessing technology for better healthcare outcomes.

Dr. Rachel George, underlined the need for technology to enhance both patient care and the well-being of healthcare professionals. She highlighted the limitations of traditional EHRs, primarily designed for billing purposes, and stressed the importance of leveraging technology to improve communication, reduce administrative burdens, and create a holistic view of patients that extends beyond clinical encounters.

Voja Lalich explained the transformative shift in EHRs. He emphasized that EHRs are transitioning from being monolithic systems to back-end solutions, allowing various front-end systems and healthcare products to integrate seamlessly. This change is crucial for enabling interoperability and enhancing the overall healthcare experience.

The next generation of EHR software will be an open ecosystem around multiple solutions allowing others to construct layers of solutions on top of established systems. This means that an entirely new generation of workflows and data can be shared among an even wider range of players. If you want to learn more about the future of EHRs in the system check out our HITLAB blog.

Both panelists highlighted the emerging ecosystems surrounding EHRs, where interoperability and data exchange are becoming paramount. They agreed that EHR vendors are actively building solutions that allow other players to contribute to the healthcare ecosystem, ensuring that the focus remains on patient-centric care.

Watch the entire discussion below.