Regional West Transitions to Epic

Transitioning to EPIC: Enhancing Patient Care at Regional WestIn this episode of the Regional West podcast, host Julie Franklin is joined by Caleb Wilson, MD, to discuss the health system’s transition to Epic, a new electronic health record (EHR) system. Dr. Wilson explains the benefits of the Epic system, including improved accessibility of patient records and a more streamlined experience for providers and patients. The discussion covers the advantages of the MyChart portal for patients and the process of transitioning from the current system to EPIC. Dr. Wilson highlights the collaborative efforts with UCHealth to implement these advancements, aiming to enhance patient care and overall communication.00:35 Meet Dr. Caleb Wilson01:28 Understanding Electronic Health Records (EHR)02:20 Benefits of EPIC for Providers and Patients03:22 Transitioning to EPIC: What Patients Need to Know05:15 Improving Patient Experience with MyChart06:34 The Transition Process and Future Improvements08:28 Final Thoughts and Patient Advice