How many to buy iPads? Attendees of a webinar called ”Secure and Manage Enterprise iPads at the Point of Care” were interested in using iPads at the point of care, survey finds: "More than 25 percent of the HIMSS respondents plan to deploy the iPad and other iOS devices immediately and nearly 70 percent plan to deploy the devices within the next year." Release
The iPad can even mitigate malpractice claim risks! Capson Physicians Insurance Company, a medical malpractice insurance provider, announced the launch of CapsonCare, a patient satisfaction program designed to facilitate stronger physician-patient relationships. By gathering feedback from patients via electronic surveys on iPads and other mobile devices immediately following a patient’s visit, CapsonCare aims to proactively mitigate the risk of potential claims and help providers address operational inefficiencies and patient concerns. Release
Reaching the remote: Voice of America reports that mobile health technology can reach the remotest areas of the earth. Voice of America
New ruggedized series of mobile computers: Motorola has unveiled a new series of ruggedized enterprise mobile computers, called The MC55A0 series of mobile devices. Targeted industries include retail, hospitality and healthcare. Release
Fuji touts mobile imaging: At the 96th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), Fujifilm Medical Systems debuted a number of mobile platforms. Health Imaging
Bendigo taps AeroScout for RTLS: Australia-based Bendigo Health implemented AeroScout’s Real-Time Location System (RTLS) to automate hospital processes. Bendigo deployed AeroScout’s Patient Flow and Temperature Monitoring solutions and is in the process of rolling out its Staff Safety solution. The solutions are WiFi-based. Release
iHASMD inks deal with LifeWIRE: iHASMD, a developer of telehealth solutions has inked a strategic partnership with LifeWIRE , which offers interactive mobile messaging. Release
Qualcomm in Middle East: Middle Eastern publication ITP reports on Qualcomm's mHealth efforts in the region with quotes from Qualcomm's Clint McClellan. ITP
Mobile operators in the US are launching 4G: Verizon Wireless just went live with its 4G network this past weekend. Here's a nice roundup of US mobile operators' 4G plans and offerings. Dallas Business News
