Medigy: Patient Safety Technology

Patient safety technology in healthcare refers to the use of various tools and systems to improve the safety of patients during their healthcare experience. This can include things like electronic health records (EHRs), computerized physician order entry (CPOE) systems, barcode medication administration (BCMA), and clinical decision support systems (CDSS). These technologies aim to reduce errors and improve communication among healthcare providers, ultimately leading to a reduction in preventable adverse events and improved patient outcomes.

Other examples of patient safety technology include:

Clinical alarms and monitoring systems

Medication dispensing systems

Clinical surveillance and analytics software

Patient identification and tracking systems

Automated medication dispensing systems

These technologies are designed to improve patient safety by reducing the potential for human error, providing real-time data, and automating certain processes. However, it’s important to note that technology alone is not enough to ensure patient safety. It needs to be integrated into a larger safety culture and workflows in the healthcare organization.