Ambulatory: Two new columns on MPS for monitoring COVID-19 infection status Two new columns for monitoring COVID-19 infection status automatically added to the Multi-Provider Schedule [MPS] to the right of the patient’s name R/O Infection: shows an orange warning icon if the patient has an active future/standing order for any COVID tests Infections status: displays […]
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Staffing Flexibility: What You Need to Know
Posted by | Administration, Leadership, Patient CareIt is now clear that we are entering into a moment with little precedent. For us to navigate this pandemic, we will need to work as one community with teams that combine generosity and wisdom to deliver legendary patient care. Fortunately, these are some of our core attributes and strengths. However, we will have to […]
Alvanzo Participates as Panelist at Opioid Epidemic Event
Posted by | Congratulations, Patient CareEarlier this month, The Hill convened policymakers and medical experts for a special event in Washington, DC, America’s Opioid Epidemic: Lessons Learned & A Way Forward, to discuss steps to expand access to treatment and help those battling opioid addiction begin the journey toward long-term recovery. Anika Alvanzo, assistant professor in the Division of General […]
Epic Tip of the Week: March 13, 2020
Posted by | Patient Care**FYI: Quarterly Upgrade – March 19, 2020 Cancelled** Inpatient & Ambulatory: Covid-19 Information for Patients [CRITICAL!] A link to the CDC’s webpage, on preventing spread of COVID-19, and information from the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD), are available in the Clinical References activity. More resources will be added to this site, and […]
Epic Tip of the Week: February 28, 2020
Posted by | Patient Care**Quarterly Upgrade – March 19, 2020** Inpatient & Ambulatory: Storyboard [NEW LOOK - Effective 3/19/2020] Storyboard will replace the Header/Banner and varies based on user role, encounter type/location Activity tabs display across the top [old Header/Banner position] and the Storyboard [new Header/Banner] now displays on the left vertical side of the workspace Storyboard decreases the […]
Emerging Infectious Disease Symposium
Posted by | Patient CareOn February 20, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health, The Johns Hopkins Hospital hosted the state’s first-ever Emerging Infectious Disease Symposium. The event had over 450 attendees with healthcare workers from every county in the state. It kicked off with two keynote talks from Drs. Ian Crozier and Noreen Hynes, associate professor in […]
U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Reputation Surveys
Posted by | Patient CareThe annual U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Best Children’s Hospitals reputation surveys are available to take by all eligible faculty members. Some of you may have already received an email to take the survey. Your participation in this survey is important. Your dedication to patient care, research and teaching should receive the […]
Epic Tip of the Week: February 14, 2020
Posted by | Patient CareAmbulatory: Maryland Confidential Morbidity Report (DHMH 1140) Available in Hyperspace Users can locate the report from either the ‘More’ button (bottom left activity tab) or by using the search bar at the top right of the screen [enter 1140]. A SmartForm will appear to complete the documentation Additional information about this form and the conditions […]
Epic Tip of the Week January 31, 2020
Posted by | Patient CareInpatient & Ambulatory: Urgent Epic Notice: In Basket Buttons Temporarily Disabled There is an Epic issue with In Basket where responsibility is being passed inadvertently, and without indication. This has resulted in messages with responsibility being marked as "done," and deleted from In Basket, without the recipient noticing. This issue impacts 4 message types: Result/Result […]
Checkley and Siddharthan Featured in Surgeon General Report on Smoking Cessation
Posted by | Congratulations, Patient Care, ResearchWilliam Checkley, associate professor in the Division of Pulmonary, and Trishul Siddharthan, assistant professor in the Division of Pulmonary, co-authored a chapter of Smoking Cessation: A Report of the Surgeon General. The report highlights the latest research on quitting smoking with proven ways to help patients quit for good. The report was presented at a […]