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IJN earns Malaysia ’ s first EMRAM Stage 6 Validation
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he Institut Jantung Negara ( IJN ) has set a groundbreaking precedent as the first hospital in Malaysia to achieve Stage 6 EMRAM ( Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model ) validation from the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society ( HIMSS ). This international accreditation highlights IJN ’ s leadership in healthcare digitalization and its commitment to using advanced technology to enhance patient care and safety .
The EMRAM model is an eight-stage framework designed to measure the adoption and utilization of electronic medical record ( EMR ) systems in healthcare facilities . Hospitals achieving Stage 6 demonstrate exceptional capabilities in utilizing EMR systems to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency .
Stage 6 hospitals like IJN are recognized for their significant executive commitment and investment in digital healthcare transformation . Key milestones include implementing nearly fully automated electronic medical records with a controlled medical vocabulary , real-time integration of medical devices , technology enabled closed loop administration and clinical decision support to enhance medical decisions . This enables advanced data analytics to drive care process improvements , aligning with medical staff to optimize patient safety through health IT , and sharing actionable electronic health data with stakeholders such as insurers , regulators , and patients .
Building on this achievement , IJN is now focused on further elevating its digital capabilities to achieve EMRAM Stage 7 . Key initiatives include launching an updated version of the IJNCare app , which makes it easier for patients to manage their appointments , admissions , and medications refills . Also in the pipeline for IJNCare include integrating wearable devices for home monitoring , allowing patients to track their health and connect virtually with their care providers .
The hospital is also expanding its advanced monitoring systems to more clinical areas , ensuring patients receive the best possible treatment and oversight . Additionally , IJN is leveraging data analytics to identify trends and enhance care , aiming for smoother hospital operations and better patient outcomes . These strategic steps are part of lJN ’ s commitment to providing safer , higher-quality care for all patients .
Bali International Hospital and HK Asia Medical establishes new heart centre
The facility will offer diagnostics , minimally invasive surgeries , and post-operative care . Indonesia ’ s Bali International Hospital ( BIH ) has announced a partnership with HK Asia Medical Group to establish a new centre for cardiovascular care .
Through a memorandum of understanding ( MoU ) signed in August 2024 ,, the centre will provide services , such as diagnostics , minimally invasive surgeries , and post-operative care for patients with heart-related conditions .
As part of the agreement , HK Asia Medical Group will supply medical equipment and offer professional development programmes for BIH ’ s medical personnel .
Furthermore , the collaboration extends to joint research initiatives focusing on cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment , as well as public awareness campaigns to promote heart health .
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