Altera Digital Health: Leveraging the Cloud to Address the Needs of Rural and Community Hospitals

Altera Digital Health, through its Paragon solution, addresses the unique challenges faced by rural and community hospitals by leveraging cloud technology. Dr. Mark Pratt, Altera's Chief Medical Officer, emphasizes the significant impact of staffing, IT infrastructure management, and financial constraints on smaller healthcare organizations. The Paragon team, with over 25 years of experience in this sector, has containerized their solution to streamline updates and reduce maintenance time from weeks to minutes. By utilizing Microsoft Azure, Altera ensures enhanced cybersecurity and resilience against cyberattacks, offering rural hospitals peace of mind. Dr. Pratt highlights the benefits of cloud deployment, including access to cognitive AI services, paving the way for innovative healthcare solutions tailored to this important customer segment.