Resources
Insights
Treating the smartphone generation: How doctors are embracing mHealth to improve patient care
It’s been just more than a decade since the iPhone made its debut, but it’s hard to remember a time when we didn’t rely on our smartphones for nearly all aspects of our lives. According to the Pew Research Center, the share of Americans that own smartphones is now 77...
Making sense of the healthcare ecosystem and how technology is enabling people-driven health
Healthcare used to be much easier. The “ecosystem” consisted of you—the patient—and your doctor, the provider. If you needed medical attention or required a hospital stay, your doctor was in charge of coordinating your care. Healthcare works best when all stakeholders...
Spiraling healthcare costs: New solutions to an old problem are emerging
No one would buy a new car without doing some research, shopping around and taking a test drive. So why do Americans seem to accept the high costs of healthcare without conducting the same research? In comparison to other developed countries we use the same amount and...
3 Common threats to healthcare privacy
It’s a normal day, John strolls into his clinic clutching a steaming cup of coffee, as the beams of sunlight reflect from the tall glass windows that surround the reception area. Everything is as usual, a typical day in the life of a healthcare worker. John enters the...
Why consumer health data is the key to people-driven health
Digital technology and the age of big data have disrupted nearly every industry, and healthcare is no exception. While there have been cutting edge advancements to nearly all aspects of care, a significant gap remains between the promise of what is possible. That...
Delusions of data accessibility: A healthcare placebo
Accessing our healthcare records should be as easy as finding out our credit score. Recent legislation -- such as the recently publicly-commented on HHS proposal -- is finally a step in the right direction. The rules would do what the government initially intended...
Now 2 decades old, does HIPAA have the muscle to protect patient rights?
Critics contend that some parts of HIPAA are hindering health tech innovation, while others argue it doesn’t protect privacy on emerging channels. HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, has been one of the most hotly debated pieces of...
Too heavy to fight: How the obesity epidemic is threatening U.S. national security
Obesity is no longer just a population health challenge. This nationwide epidemic is now an emerging national security threat. The obesity epidemic has decreased the number of young Americans able to meet the physical conditioning requirements of the U.S. military.
Despite more data than ever, interoperability remains a barrier to patient-driven health
By empowering patients to take control of their own healthcare decisions and costs, we can improve quality of care, increase the efficiency of our healthcare system and tackle skyrocketing healthcare costs. But to unlock the true potential, we’ll first need to tackle the data interoperability issues that plague healthcare today.
Info
What’s in my electronic health record (EHR) and who can access it?
An EHR, or electronic health record, is a digital compilation of your health information. But EHR is much more than just a digital version of your medical charts.
What are your blood test results telling you?
Have you ever felt confused when reviewing your blood test results? You’re not alone. Even medical professionals needed time and training to fully understand the results.
What are personal health records?
PHR goes way beyond your hospital or medical records. It includes all available data about and useful for your health. That means that your PHR includes your own observations and experiences.
Events
Startup Milwaukee Week: Solving the technical interview
Startup Milwaukee Week is designed to connect, educate, and celebrate entrepreneurship in Southeast Wisconsin. The week's programming showcases the community's emerging companies while highlighting the resources and organizations available to foster support for...
HIMSS19
We're headed to HIMSS19 to meet with the thought leaders of the healthcare industry. It's time for the healthcare community to unite and help people champion their health. Sign up here or join us at the conference to learn more about our vision of a future where the...
Blogher Conference 2019
We are eager to meet with entrepreneurs, content creators, media makers, bloggers, and influencers at the Blogher Conference 2019. Here at HealthChampion we understand that there isn't just one path to reaching your health destiny. Wellness is multifaceted and can be...
News
Media Post: Google to analyze millions of healthcare records, demonstrates intentions for Fitbit data
HealthChampion's CEO, Terrence M. Ryan, shared his thoughts on Google's partnership with Ascension in a recent MediaPost article. Here's what Terry had to say: Terry Ryan, CEO and founder of HealthChampion, a health data management platform that already pulls in...
Digital Health Age: How a data gathering service aims to make people health champions
Ian Bolland spoke to Terrence Ryan, CEO and founder of HealthChampion. The company looks to gather health data from apps, medical devices and wearables, and give consumers tools to use their EHRs to monitor, manage and optimise their health. Tell us about...
Crain’s Chicago Business: Notable entrepreneurs
Crain's Chicago released their 2019 Notable Entrepreneurs list, which includes the top 44 business people who have identified needs and opportunities in the market, organized and run companies, and taken on greater than normal financial risks. Terry Ryan, founder and...
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