Physicians can also access the EMR from their office via the campus network, and from home or on the road via modem connection. Inc. Of primary importance in choosing the computer software for the EMR was the need for uninterrupted service to patients. The software chosen had to fit the practice seamlessly. Practice Partner allows DFM physicians to continue to see and treat patients as they always have, without having to pause to type information into the system. The progress note is dictated, and the EMR software extracts the pertinent visit data from the transcription and places it in the appropriate section of the chart while leaving the progress note intact.
Some physicians prefer to type the progress note rather than dictate it.
In addition to providing easy access to patient information, the EMR allows us to do things we could never attempt with a paper-based system. Patient Education Patient education is an integral part of the center's quality health-care program. A full-time patient educator is available in the Family Medicine Center for patient consultation on such topics as hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, weight reduction, exercise, obstetrical and pediatric concerns. Educational aids including models and videotapes are available for physician instruction to patients. Laboratory The Family Medicine Center Laboratory is nationally known for its research and training.