Epic's Dominance in Healthcare: Balancing Criticism and Innovation
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Contributed by: Bill Russell
Summary
Spencer Dorn, a Vice Chair and Professor of Medicine at UNC, examines the complex role of Epic in the healthcare technology sector, which serves a significant portion of U.S. hospitals. He references articles with divergent opinions, including Robert Kuttner's critique of Epic as a monopolistic entity focused on profit over patient care, and Katie Jennings' portrayal of founder Judy Faulkner as dedicated to independence and philanthropy. Dorn also highlights Brendan Keeler's argument that Epic's strategy of integrated systems contributes to its success, setting it apart from competitors despite some valid criticisms regarding market dominance. He notes that much of the clinician dissatisfaction with electronic health records often relates to organizational challenges rather than the technology itself.
