How do you stay up to date on new trends and breakthroughs in the healthcare industry? What's the greatest advancement in healthcare this year?
The interviewer asks this question to determine how proactively you stay ahead in your field and whether you could be considered a trusted resource of information. Refresh your memory on your go-to sources for the latest news, regulations, trends, and developments in your industry. Also, spend time familiarizing yourself with Cerner's blog and their other news offerings, such as Cerner's "Perspectives," where you can "read the latest from thought leaders at the intersection of health and care." This will assure them that you can accurately represent Cerner's views to their clients.
"I follow a few medical journals, such as the New England Journal of Medicine and The Lancet. I read a fascinating article a short time ago discussing the advancements in artificial retinae and other solutions for the blind. It's incredible to me how far these solutions have come. I have also recently been addicted to Cerner's Perspectives. Some great insights there."
"I believe that Patient-Centric R&D and Direct to Patient Clinical Research is the next big thing for the healthcare industry. I stay up to date on new trends through a variety of Google alerts and some popular medical journals such as JAMA (Journal of American Medical Association). I love to learn new trends and tips, so if you'd like to share with me your favorites, I would love to hear about those!"
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Anonymous Answer
Mind-reading exoskeletons, digital tattoos, 3D printed drugs, RFID implants for recreational purposes: mind-blowing innovations are coming to medicine and healthcare almost every single day based on Healthcare Technology articles.
Rachelle's Feedback
These are mind-blowing indeed! I read not long ago about digital tattoos and was amazed! I have offered a slight revision with a more direct approach.
"I stay up to date by reading many articles from Healthcare Technology publications. For instance, as of late, I have read about many mind-blowing innovations that are coming to medicine and healthcare, such as mind-reading exoskeletons, digital tattoos, 3D printed drugs, and RFID implants for recreational purposes. I look forward to being a part of these important innovations as I continue my career with Cerner."
Anonymous Answer
I think the greatest advancement this year has to be how quickly we were able to implement telehealth solutions during the stay-at-home orders. For years, red tape slowed the progression, and yet almost overnight, that changed. I think that shows promise for needed change in healthcare.
Rachelle's Feedback
The response time to telehealth solutions was incredible! This example is a very good one in regards to pushing through during unexpected hardships. It would be a great addition to briefly discuss Cerners' response to the situation in more detail as well.
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