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The Problem: EMR Overload
Physicians spend an overwhelming portion of their day interacting with the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) instead of their patients. According to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine (2015), doctors dedicate 49.2% of their workday to EMR (and other computer) work, compared to just 27% spent with patients. This imbalance not only detracts from the doctor-patient relationship but also burdens physicians with a frustrating workflow. No doctor went to medical school for the reason of becoming a computer professional.
Impact on Burnout
This documentation-heavy workload is a significant driver of burnout. With 55% of U.S. physicians experiencing burnout, this issue affects approximately 590,000 doctors. The emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced sense of accomplishment associated with burnout are linked to an increased risks of medical errors.
How Phrasefire Helps
Phrasefire combats physician burnout by assisting MDs with the EMR interaction and cutting down the time spent on EMR tasks. Phrasefire is entirely customizable by the physician-user and helps us spend more time focusing on patients and less on keyboards.
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/868421?icd=ssl_login_success_221114
https://www.acpjournals.org/doi/10.7326/M16-0961?articleid=2546704
https://www.statista.com/statistics/186269/total-active-physicians-in-the-us/
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