Be the Boss of Epic!

The presentation discusses various strategies and tools to maximize efficiency when using Epic software for healthcare management. Starting with the importance of the in-basket management, the speaker emphasizes the significance of using the Preference List Composer effectively, allowing users to create customized medication and lab order sections. Attendees learn about quick actions as macros to streamline repetitive tasks and improve workflow. Key features include the ability to create smart phrases, utilize shared dictionaries, manage patient communication efficiently, and automate follow-up reminders. The speaker underscores the importance of primarily managing the in-basket to avoid overwhelming backlogs while offering practical tips on organizing messages, using sticky notes for reminders, and utilizing flags and postponements for better message management. A brief overview of SlicerDicer, a tool for data analysis within Epic, is also provided, illustrating how it can help track patient outcomes and inform clinical decisions. The session promotes patient-centered care via digital tools, ultimately aiming to enhance the quality of healthcare delivery.