By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA In a recent Harvard Business Review Blog, David Armano writes about the six pillars of influence that leads to measurably favorable outcomes. To achieve measurably better health, the pillars Armano explains can certainly be adopted. He notes how the “social web can amplify signals, influence behavior and lead to action.” Social networking has changed the landscape in health care. Technology has paved the way for instant communication and feedback….
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By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA A recent post I wrote on telehealth is published on KevinMD, “Chronic disease management through mobile health.” Full Story> Full Story>
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By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA with David Harlow, Esq. This is the third part of a three part post addressing the legal concerns of social networking in the health care arena. In part one, legal expert David Harlow, Esq., Health Care Attorney and Consultant at The Harlow Group, LLC in Boston, answered questions regarding “The Legal Implications for Doctors, Nurses and Hospitals Engaging in Social Media?” In part two, Mr. Harlow answered questions related…
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By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA with David Harlow, Esq. This is the second part of a three part post addressing the legal concerns of social networking in the health care arena. Legal expert, David Harlow, Esq., Health Care Attorney and Consultant at The Harlow Group, LLC in Boston, address the issues. What Steps can Pharma Take to Engage in Social Media? Q: Barbara: After speaking at a recent pharmaceutical conference, the pharma industry is…
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By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA with David Harlow, Esq. This is the first of a three part post addressing the legal concerns of social networking in the health care arena. Legal expert, David Harlow, Esq., Health Care Attorney and Consultant at The Harlow Group, LLC in Boston, addresses the legal issues. Q: Barbara: What are the legal implications for doctors, nurses and hospitals engaging in social media? A: David: Health care providers are concerned…
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