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The Hidden Cost of Data Fragmentation- Unlocking Better Patient Outcomes with Integrated Technology (Video)

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In this Heart Rhythm TV discussion at HRX Atlanta, Oliver Montfridie talks with Dee Varghese, a nurse practitioner at Emory, and Sally Gustafson from Merge about the challenges and solutions in cardiac remote monitoring. They highlight data fragmentation as a major issue, where patient information is scattered across various EMRs and platforms, affecting workflow and patient safety. Merge offers an integrated solution by consolidating data from multiple vendor systems into one platform, enabling quicker access to advisory alerts, missing transmissions, and inter-facility data sharing. The platform also reduces alert overload and supports secure communication to reduce clinician burnout. They emphasize that interoperability is crucial for patient safety, facilitating seamless data exchange between clinical and IT teams. Patient education and shared decision-making are vital, starting pre-implant and continuing post-procedure to ensure engagement and understanding of remote monitoring’s benefits. Ultimately, these integrated workflows improve remote monitoring efficiency, patient care, and clinical outcomes.

Keywords

cardiac remote monitoring

data fragmentation

EMR integration

interoperability

clinician burnout

patient education