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Preferr (https://www.preferr.net)
is a web-based, interactive, intelligent collaboration solution that allows physician
offices and hospitals to automate the referral process, exchange patient clinical
and contact information, track referrals, communicate real time and forecast referral
patterns. This improved communication system between providers serves to address
growing needs, improve the continuity of care, and foster better patient care and
patient/doctor relationships.
“The partnership was the brainchild of our Economic Development Advisory Council”,
said Shelly Weidenhamer, Director of the EDC’s Lake County Regional Office.
“We have a Health and Wellness roundtable that represents industry experts
in the medical field and this group identified the need to assist our healthcare
community with electronic health records requirements and training that were legislated
in 2004”.
“To provide the training, Visions@work has offered their software to be used
in Lake-Sumter Community College’s new pilot training program for Electronic
Health Records Support Technician” said Dr. Mojock, President of Lake-Sumter
Community College and Chairman of the Economic Development Advisory Council. “The
project which is funded through Workforce Central Florida’s New & Emerging
Industries Program is a perfect example of creating partnerships that are win-win-win
– everyone benefits from the contribution and Visions@work can market their
product world-wide and tout Lake County’s healthcare industry”.
“With one in six workers employed in the healthcare industry, Lake County
rivals other major metros known for medical services. That makes this community
an optimal location for the partnership with Visions@work,” said Dottie Keedy,
Director of Lake County Department of Economic Growth and Redevelopment. “By
offering Preferr to all local healthcare providers in Lake County, our community
could become the testing ground for a medical advancement which could ultimately
lead to cost savings, improved patient satisfaction and stronger provider relationships
throughout the healthcare industry, both here and worldwide.”
“The need to improve continuity of care is vital in today’s healthcare
environment” said Pranam Ben, Chief Executive Officer of Visions@work. “We
are excited that Lake County will be the incubator for this initiative and applaud
the EDC, Lake County and Lake-Sumter Community College for introducing Preferr to
the local healthcare community. Given our current and future plans with Preferr,
we believe this partnership will go a long way in improving operational efficiencies
and patient care.”
About Visions@work
Visions@Work is a strategic provider of application outsourcing, product development
and custom software development, integration and maintenance services that links
e-business with core information systems for healthcare organizations worldwide.
The company has a core focus on physician relationship management and electronic
referrals. For more information, please visit www.visionsatwork.biz
About Metro Orlando EDC
The Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission is an organization that helps
businesses locate and expand throughout Metro Orlando. To meet this goal, the EDC
provides key services and support, which range from relocation and expansion expertise
to export counsel to long term planning with community partners. A not-for-profit,
private/public partnership, the EDC has been recognized among the top economic groups
in the world. For more information, please visit www.orlandoedc.com
About Lake County Department of Economic Growth & Redevelopment
Lake County Department of Economic Growth & Redevelopment mission is to provide
excellence in service as a liaison between companies and government with the goal
of creating a business-friendly environment and quality jobs for the citizens of
Lake County.
The Department is fulfilling its mission by coordinating efforts with stakeholders
and community leaders; enhancing and diversifying the tax base through innovation,
industry attraction and business development; promote quality of place; and develop,
retain and attract talent. http://egr.lakecountyfl.gov/
About Lake-Sumter Community College
Lake-Sumter Community College is a public, multi-campus college offering associate
degrees and certificates that prepare students for employment, career advancement,
and four-year college or university transfer, and specialized training for business
and industry that improves the workforce. Through its commitment to student success,
LSCC provides students with an accessible, supportive, learning-centered environment
while challenging them to think critically, increase their information fluency,
communicate effectively, become independent, build leadership skills, improve their
ability to work as part of a team, develop social responsibility, and enhance their
creativity. www.lscc.edu
Contact:
Pranam Ben
CEO
Visions@work
407-920-4501
Dr. Chuck Mojock
President
Lake Sumter Community College
352-365-3523
Ms. Dorothy Keedy
Lake County Department of Economic Growth & Redevelopment
352-343-9866
Ms. Shelly Weidenhamer
Director, Lake County Regional Office
352-435-6329
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