Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Oshawa-based Lakeridge Health is one step closer to achieving the highest level of electronic medical records certification, ensuring patients have an active role in their own health while contributing data to the medical teams.
HIMSS EMRAM Stage 6 certification recognizes health-care organizations around the world that have demonstrated significant progress in the adoption and utilization of electronic medical records (EMR) and other health IT tools.
The certification is a widely recognized model that helps hospitals and healthcare organizations assess their progress in health IT adoption and utilization. The Stage 6 level means the hospitals have implemented systems that enhance clinical decision-making, streamline workflows, and ensure patient data is accessible and secure.
Lakeridge Health joins a select group of Ontario hospitals to achieve this designation.
“This achievement marks a significant win for patients and acknowledges the transformative shift for our clinical teams,” said Dr. Larry Nijmeh, Emergency Physician and Lakeridge’s Chief …