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AAP's President, Susan Kressly, MD, FAAP, provides a statement on the first measles death in Texas. Check it out here. #Pediatrics #Pediatricians #PediatricPractice

Having an employee handbook for your medical practice is important for your staff to understand all of the policies and procedures and to also mitigate legal risks. Clarifying expectations from day one helps ensure smooth operations and compliance. Check out this guide for best practices in writing an employee handbook. 📂 "An employee handbook is not a substitute for legal advice. Engage an attorney specializing in health care employment law to vet each policy. This is especially important if your practice operates in multiple states with varying regulations. A legal review can catch inconsistencies or outdated language that might otherwise leave your practice vulnerable to litigation." #PhysicianPractice #MedicalPractice #PediatricPractice

Pediatricians can partner with schools to better support their patients and help parents obtain the services they need for their families. Read more here. 🏫 "Both Dr. Wolraich and Dr. Wallace encourage clinicians to build relationships with schools and school districts. Simple strategies to get started include connecting with school psychologists or offering to serve as a resource, such as by providing presentations to staff on topics like ADHD. If a school or school district has a designated parent advisor or advocate, this can be an especially valuable resource for families, as well as any community-based networks for children with mental health disorders or other disabilities." #Pediatrics #Pediatricians #PediatricPractice

The American Academy of Pediatrics shares new recommendations to identify infants with liver disease. Read more here. 👇 "In the report, the AAP recommends that primary care providers ask caregivers during the 2-4 week well-child visit: Is jaundice present? Are the stools pale? Was an initial direct or conjugated bilirubin level high?" #Pediatrics #Pediatricians #PediatricPractice

Extreme weather can cause a power outage at your medical practice and disrupt patient treatment. ⛈️ Check out this blog for tips on how to use backup energy systems that are affordable and efficient! "Battery backup systems are most often associated with solar panels, yet they don’t have to be paired with solar to work. While it isn’t as widely known, battery systems can collect and store energy from the grid or a generator and then this energy can be tapped when power is needed. Battery backup systems require an inverter with an integrated ATS to sense a grid outage and switch between the primary power source and the backup battery system." #Physicians #PhysicianPractice #MedicalPractice

AI can provide innovative solutions for medical practices. However, common mistakes happen when implementing AI tools, which result in incorrect treatment plans. Here are 10 mistakes to be aware of and how to avoid them! #Physicians #PhysicianPractice #MedicalPractice

Not sure if you're getting the most out of your patient portal? Here are some key features you should be using to help ensure customer satisfaction! 👩⚕️ "Just like first impressions in person, the first impression your families get of your practice may be your patient portal. Reassure them they’re in good hands with convenient features they expect. With PCC’s Patient Portal, parents can access Pre-Check-In to get ready for their appointment all in one place. While they’re there, they can access CHADIS forms, review and pay any balances, and book an appointment." #Pediatrics #Pediatricians #PediatricPractice

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Protecting your practice from cybersecurity attacks is important for keeping your patient information secure. Here are tips to follow! "Use firewalls and industry-standard technology: It’s vital for physicians and other health care providers to use firewalls to protect any data they access — and to update software and technology regularly. Outdated technology can be extremely vulnerable to opportunistic hackers." #PhysicianPractice #MedicalPractice #PediatricPractice

The lack of physical activity is driving an increase in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental health problems. Assessing physical activity levels in patients is important for better health outcomes. Read more here. #Physicians #Doctors #PhysicianPractice #MedicalPractice