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Your Medical Records: Now Completely Paperless! When you think of your medical records, what do you see? If you imagine a stack of charts and forms stuffed into a folder, think again. Henry Ford OptimEyes (HFO) is now one of the first large optometric group practices in Michigan to use an electronic medical record (EMR). This state-of-the-art technology reduces errors and improves care, while offering a greener alternative to paper records. Fewer Errors, Greater Efficiency Moving to all-digital records provides huge benefits for both doctors and patients. “Eye care is very numbersdriven,” says Dr. Larry Olson, Optometrist in Charge at the HFO Troy Super Vision Center. “The EMR allows us to do a much better job of recording information and greatly reduces the risk of human error.” The EMR also enables a more efficient doctor’s office. “We can eliminate a lot of confusion that might have been caused by being unable to read someone’s handwriting or locate records,” says Dr. Jackie Youn, Optometrist in Charge at the HFO Westland Super Vision Center. “Now, everything we need is at our fingertips.” The ability to view a patient’s entire medical history also helps HFO doctors see trends more clearly. “Some of my patient records date back decades and can be very complex,” Dr. Olson adds. “With the EMR, I can pull up your complete record and see, at a glance, how things have changed over the years. It’s much more efficient than trying to scan through pages and pages of paper charts.” Why You’ll Dig Digital EMRs also make things faster and easier for patients. For example, HFO patients no longer have to rely on handwritten prescriptions. Now, our doctors enter your prescriptions digitally and transmit them directly to the pharmacy. Another major benefit is that medical records no longer need to be transferred between HFO locations. All HFO doctors now see exactly the same information. The EMR will soon be linked with the larger Henry Ford Health System (HFHS) as well. “There is a lot of overlap between HFO and HFHS,” says Dr. Olson. “A patient may be referred to us for a diabetic eye exam, for example, or we may refer someone out for surgery. In the near future, every doctor in the system involved in the patient’s care will have the same complete picture of that patient.” Trees Love It, Too The new EMR is also eco-friendly. Traditional medical records generate about 10 to 12 pieces of paper for every patient exam. The EMR uses almost no paper at all. That’s better for the environment, and it reduces the need to store thousands of paper records in the office — freeing up space for new instruments or exam rooms. | 1-800-EYE-CARE (1-800-393-2273) 6 Are You Due for an Eye Exam? Schedule it today by calling 1-800-EYE-CARE, and see the EMR in action firsthand at your appointment!
HFO’s New Covergirl and Timberland Frames Ever wondered what would happen if you combined the soft, feminine colors of classic Covergirl makeup with the latest breakthrough technology in crafting eyeglass frames . . . to produce a striking new look for girls and women who wear prescription lenses? The answer requires only a single word, according to eyewear expert Arta Isovski: “Wow!” “Everybody knows about the ‘Covergirl look’ in makeup,” says Isovski, Senior Brand Manager at trendy Marcolin in New York City. “For millions of fashion-conscious girls and women, Covergirl means soft, fluid gracefulness combined with bright colors and subtler pastels to produce a uniquely feminine effect. “And now that same exciting look — along with the latest in frame design and manufacturing — has begun to transform girls’ and women’s eyewear. For anybody who wants to look terrific in a pair of glasses, Marcolin’s recent design breakthrough will be very good news indeed.” Updated recently, the new Designed 2 Fit line of Marcolin frames is the result of a savvy collaboration between the traditional Covergirl style and newer design elements aimed at both highlighting and softening larger facial features. “These new frames feature specially designed wider fronts and expanded temple lengths to create an aura of understated elegance,” says Isovski. “The really exciting thing about the design breakthrough is the way it lets us craft frames that emphasize the wearer’s femininity,” she adds. “Thanks to these new production values, younger and older women alike can now own highly affordable eyewear with eyecatching appeal.” Along with the new Covergirl-inspired Designed 2 Fit line, Marcolin recently unveiled a wilderness-oriented set of Timberland frames for men. Crafted especially for the outdoorsman who loves to spend time paddling a kayak or hiking a mountain trail, the new frames “are all about celebrating your relationship with the environment,” says Isovski. “This exciting line is for the outdoors enthusiast who’s looking for eyewear that will last, while also enhancing his vision as he chases a rainbow trout along a rocky stream or builds a fire in a forest clearing. “The Timberland frames are both comfortable and classic in shape. They’re also durable, while leaving tons of room for personal style. With their longer temples and their laid-back but stylish flair, this new collection of Timberlands will speak volumes about the men who wear them in the wild!” *Plus, Don’t Miss The $10 Coupon! Amp up your eyewear this spring with hot new frames from Timberland or Covergirl. To save $10 on your purchase, bring the coupon on the inside back cover of this issue of InFocus to any HFO location. henryfordoptimeyes.com | 7
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