Common Occupational Therapy Myths
Whether you’re at a bar or visiting your relatives, you’ll probably have to explain your career as an occupational therapist more than once. As you know, occupational therapy is far from simple. In fact, the term often misleads people who don’t know much about it. Read on for our list of popular occupational therapy myths you may hear when talking about your profession. Knowing what to expect should help you debunk...
Ultrasound Guidelines During COVID-19
There is no doubt that many areas of our lives and our world have changed because of COVID-19. One area most affected by the virus is the healthcare industry. Many hospitals and doctors’ offices changed procedures to better serve and protect patients from the virus. Ultrasound technicians now screen more patients than ever who could have viral infections such as COVID-19. What practices are digital imaging professionals taking in...
Technology Trends in 2020: Changing the World of Healthcare
The year 2020 has included many medical advancements and cutting-edge practices to adapt to the ever-changing world of modern-day healthcare. Technology trends in 2020 continue to provide new outlets for doctors and patients to work together to provide the most effective and personalized treatment for the best results. Furthermore, COVID-19 caused a pandemic that yielded the need for new healthcare technology. The medical field had to...
Exploring Challenges in Telehealth Adoption
Over the past couple of years, we have seen how technology is making a difference in the healthcare system. Advancements in telehealth and telemedicine have created methods to deliver virtual medical, health, and educational services. We have seen healthcare providers partner with rideshare services to increase access to care, and the adoption of medical wearables in the aging populations. In the midst of COVID-19, with many in-person...
Graveyard Shift Survival Guide | Tips For Working Night Shift
We thank you, night owl health workers, for being our nocturnal support system. While it’s not always easy working into the wee hours of the night, your sacrifice does not go unnoticed. Not everyone is cut out for working the night shift. In fact, many of you didn’t have a choice before working at night. With the healthcare industry established as a 24/7 business, nearly 15 million people in the United States work...