Michael Hoffman, MD

"I have a computer in each exam room that serves as my one-stop shop for reviewing medical histories, recording new observations (which happen often in the practice of obstetrics), and printing prescriptions."

"I view my fully integrated electronic medical record system as a business decision that improves management of my patients and streamlines my practice"

"I have virtually removed the possibility of prescription error by printing prescriptions for my patients," said Michael Hoffman, MD. "And when the Vioxx recall notice was delivered, my staff simply keyed in a search for patients currently prescribed the medication, batched their names, printed a letter about the recall, and had it in the mail on the same day we received notification from Vioxx."

"Since converting to electronic medical records, I have trimmed my office staff from 12 to 4 and have eliminated transcription fees and the time awaiting the return of transcribed patient notes."