Becker's Healthcare December 5, 2024
Naomi Diaz

As health systems seek to maximize their EHR investments, many are adopting an “EHR-first” approach, prioritizing the tools and innovations available within their existing systems.

University Hospitals in Cleveland is embracing an “Epic-first” philosophy, ensuring that its Epic EHR platform is the primary resource for tools and solutions whenever possible, Robert Eardley, CIO of University Hospitals, told Becker’s.

The decision to focus on Epic solutions stems from the health system’s emphasis on streamlining workflows and maximizing its $400 million investment in the EHR system, completed in 2023.

“Our CEO has communicated twice this year to all leadership that we need to be Epic first,” Mr. Eardley said. “If you are identifying a...

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