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An American Epidemic: Burnout Syndrome In Hospital Nurses, David P. Paul Iii, Lama Bakhamis, Harlan Smith, Alberto Coustasse
An American Epidemic: Burnout Syndrome In Hospital Nurses, David P. Paul Iii, Lama Bakhamis, Harlan Smith, Alberto Coustasse
Alberto Coustasse, DrPH, MD, MBA, MPH
The number of Registered Nurses (RNs) in the United States (U.S.) is roughly three times that of physicians and surgeons, making RNs a critically important component of the U.S. healthcare system. RN Burnout – defined as the feeling of exhaustion from working long hours without rest – is a real concern, having been reported in many hospitals. The purpose of this research is to examine the causes and consequences of Burnout Syndrome among RNs in U.S. hospitals, in order to identify solutions to this problem. The methodology involves a review of the literature and semi-structured interviews. Seven primary databases, two …
Why Physicians Switch Electronic Health Record Vendors, Pete Andresen, Michelle Shussler, Kyle Sowards, Alberto Coustasse Dr.Ph. Md
Why Physicians Switch Electronic Health Record Vendors, Pete Andresen, Michelle Shussler, Kyle Sowards, Alberto Coustasse Dr.Ph. Md
Alberto Coustasse, DrPH, MD, MBA, MPH
There are many factors involved when a physician chooses to switch Electronic Health Record [EHR.] vendors including system functionality, cost, poor customer service, company reputation, platform of software, meaningful use certification, and various others. The purpose of this research study was to locate the various reasons that lead to switching vendors and the barriers and benefits associated with doing so. System functionality and cost were the two largest deciding factors in switching vendors. Shifting regulatory standards require additional functionality to fulfill quality reporting measures including the Meaningful Use and Physician Quality Reporting Systems standards and many physicians and health systems …