The use of technology in medicine, and patients’ desire to be more involved in their own healthcare, is changing the way that medicine is practiced.
The WebMD/Medscape Digital Technology Survey was conducted in August and early September to gauge the thoughts of clinicians and patients on the new technology and gadgets used in medical practice, and how involved patients should be in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of disease. For example, should patients be allowed to read physicians’ notes following a visit?
Read the report on the Medscape Multispecialty website.