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Can Digital Health Technologies Improve Health Literacy?

Posted on March 27, 2012 by David Lee Scher, MD

A recent article in the AMA News cites a 2003 health literacy study by the US Department of Education which surveyed more than 19,000 Americans. It found that over one-third had trouble reading and understanding basic medical information. Not surprisingly, … Continue reading →

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Five Pathways to mHealth Education

Posted on December 28, 2011 by David Lee Scher, MD

1.    Points of Contact.  The most effective ways to educate patients about wellness and health is during a face to face encounter.  It applies to mHealth as well. They have your (the provider’s) attention and vice versa (this is not … Continue reading →

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Medical Schools in the Healthcare IT Age

Posted on December 13, 2011 by David Lee Scher, MD

     The American Board of Medical Specialties recently announced a new board certification in bioinformatics.  Medical students are exposed to medical statistics as it pertains to critiquing a study in a medical journal.  SOme are using medical apps to … Continue reading →

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Healthcare and Education: Crises with Common Solutions

Posted on November 7, 2011 by David Lee Scher, MD

There are two crises in America, both of which have a profound effect on the economy. The cost of healthcare is eating away at our ability to finance other needy areas. Poor performance of our educational system is weakening our … Continue reading →

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