How real-time access to data is making an impact
Data enables tracking of patient outcomes, population health management and more while maintaining quality care, says UCI Health chief pharmacy officer
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Melanie Joe, PharmD, chief pharmacy officer at UCI Health spoke with Becker’s Hospital Review about the impact of the success UCI Health has had with real-time access to clinical and financial data.
“This data helps us to track patient outcomes, manage population health, and balance financial pressures while maintaining quality care.”
“It also allows us to address workforce and operational pressures, creating promotional opportunities for technical and administrative staff. Further analysis helps to support initiatives such a mentorship program to provide emotional support and professional guidance for our team members.”
Joe is also the associate director and founding associate dean for pharmacy professional affairs at the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences. She serves as a liaison between the school and UCI Health — Orange. She oversees the UCI Health pharmacy enterprise, which includes infusion centers, ambulatory locations, specialty and integrative medicine services and investigational drug services.
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