chan soon-shiong patient portal

How do I register for the MyCare patient portal?

All patients 18 years and older who supply a valid email address at registration will automatically receive an electronic invitation from the hospital and link to register online for the MyCare patient portal through the website, www.windbercare.org. To get started, visit a registration clerk at CSSMCW or call 814-467-3636.

What is Patrick Soon Shiong famous for?

Patrick Soon-Shiong (born July 29, 1952) is a South African-American transplant surgeon, billionaire businessman, bioscientist, and media proprietor. He is the inventor of the drug Abraxane, which became known for its efficacy against lung, breast, and pancreatic cancer.

Where did Donald Trump meet with Dr Shiong Soon-Shiong in 2017?

In 2017, as announced by press secretary Sean Spicer, then President-elect Donald Trump met with Soon-Shiong at his Bedminster, New Jersey estate to discuss national medical priorities.

What company does Patrick Soon-Shiong own?

^ "Biotech billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong raises stake in graphene maker Directa Plus". Proactiveinvestors NA. October 25, 2019. Retrieved October 8, 2021. ^ "Gov. Kemp Announces Bioplastics Company to Open Facility in Savannah, Creating Over 100 Jobs".

Who owns Chan Soon Shiong Medical Center?

Soon-Shiong, 67, is a high-profile biotech executive and physician with an estimated net worth of $7.6 billion, according to Forbes. He took control of the 54-bed, nonprofit hospital in 2016, and it was renamed for his wife, Michele Chan, and himself. He serves as the hospital's chairman.

What is a patient portal app?

Patient portal apps typically allow patients to share their health records with providers, enabling them to gain a longitudinal view of their patient's health history. Like Epic's MyChart, some apps even allow patients to provide temporary access to their medical records via a code.

How many beds does Windber hospital have?

54-bedThe 54-bed hospital employs more than 450 staff members, making CSSMCW the fourth largest employer in Somerset County. For more than 115 years, our hospital has been serving our patients with the highest level of quality care and customer service.

Why do patients not use patient portals?

This is due to a lack of internet access. According to the AMA, 25% of people don't use a patient portal because they don't have internet access. Over one in six people in poverty don't have internet access. Lower-income people in rural areas face even more limitations.

Who uses patient portals?

Hospitals and other health care organizations can facilitate patient access to their EMR information through patient portals. Patient portals can provide secure, online access to personal health information [1] such as medication lists, laboratory results, immunizations, allergies, and discharge information [2].

What information can be accessed through a patient portal?

The features of patient portals may vary, but typically you can securely view and print portions of your medical record, including recent doctor visits, discharge summaries, medications, immunizations, allergies, and most lab results anytime and from anywhere you have Web access.

What are the pros and cons of patient portals?

What are the Top Pros and Cons of Adopting Patient Portals?Pro: Better communication with chronically ill patients.Con: Healthcare data security concerns.Pro: More complete and accurate patient information.Con: Difficult patient buy-in.Pro: Increased patient ownership of their own care.

What should be included in a patient portal?

A robust patient portal should include the following features:Clinical summaries.Secure (HIPAA-compliant) messaging.Online bill pay.New patient registration.Ability to update demographic information.Prescription renewals and contact lens ordering.Appointment requests.Appointment reminders.More items...

What information is excluded from a patient portal?

Business Records: Business records are typically excluded from the legal health record because they are not related to actual care. Like research records, they are available to providers in the EHR but are not released beyond point of care access.