Wearable Data Integrated into EHR for Personalized Care by Validic
At CES, Validic, a leader in digital health and personalized care technology, unveiled a new integration of physical activity data from wearables and smartwatches into electronic health record (EHR) systems. This solution, available in both Epic and Oracle Health EHR platforms, combines daily insights from over 350 wearable devices from top consumer brands like Apple, Fitbit, Garmin, Google, Oura, Samsung, and Withings. By embedding this data into patient clinical records, the integration offers healthcare providers a powerful tool to deliver more personalized and tailored care, along with improved patient education.
Validic, a leading company in digital health and personalized care technology, has introduced an innovative solution that integrates wearable physical activity data into electronic health record (EHR) systems. With the rise of consumer demand for health trackers, the integration aims to meet the growing consumer interest in using wearables for healthcare management. According to the 2023 Rock Health Digital Health Consumer Adoption Survey, 44% of Americans own activity-tracking wearables such as smartwatches and smart rings. Research published in JAMA also reveals that 82% of wearable device users are willing to share their health data with healthcare providers to help achieve their health goals.
Physical activity plays a crucial role in improving health outcomes for individuals with various conditions, and this integration enables healthcare providers to incorporate real-time, personalized data into their workflows. For example, in the management of diabetes, regular exercise helps enhance blood glucose control for individuals with type 2 diabetes and reduces cardiovascular risks, as highlighted by the American Diabetes Association. For those with hypertension, the American Heart Association emphasizes that physical activity can help control high blood pressure, manage weight, and reduce stress. Furthermore, research from Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience highlights how physical activity promotes brain health, protects against neurodegenerative conditions, and helps mitigate psychological health risks.
By integrating wearables’ activity data directly into clinical workflows, healthcare providers gain a more complete picture of a patient’s health, enhancing both conversations and behavior-change recommendations. “Connecting physical activity data directly into EHR workflows gives clinicians a more complete picture of a patient’s health, enhancing patient conversations and behavior change recommendations,” said Drew Schiller, CEO of Validic. “This integration eliminates the barriers of accessing disparate systems and enables personalized, data-driven care at scale. By meeting patients where they are, providers can inspire greater engagement and long-term health improvements.”
The key features of Validic’s activity data integration offer substantial benefits to both healthcare providers and patients:
- Up-to-date data from more than 350 wearable device models.
- Automatic data capture and integration into patient charts within Epic and Oracle Health EHR systems.
- Provider-facing workflow views that display steps, active minutes, and calories burned in a standardized format, regardless of device or manufacturer.
- Access for all care team members who have permissions to view the patient’s chart, not just limited to those with portal access.
- Data-driven personalized care without disrupting existing clinical processes.
- Support for all major wearable manufacturers, including Apple, Fitbit, Garmin, Google, Oura, Samsung, and Withings.
Amy McDonough, Managing Director of Strategic Health Solutions at Google, highlighted the significance of this integration, stating, “Wearables are part of people’s daily lives, offering a window into their health behaviors and habits. This integration ensures that clinicians have the insights they need to guide patients on their wellness journey, while consumers gain a deeper understanding of how their activity influences their health.”
This integration represents a crucial advancement in the ongoing efforts to enhance provider-patient connections. By seamlessly incorporating activity data into clinical workflows, Validic helps unlock the full potential of personal health data, leading to more informed clinical decision-making and improved patient outcomes. It reinforces Validic’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery by providing providers with the tools they need to offer personalized, efficient, and evidence-based care.
About Validic
Validic Inc. is a digital health and intelligent digital care solutions company focused on improving human life by making personal health data actionable. The company’s technology and service platform enable healthcare providers and organizations to enhance operational efficiency and health outcomes. Through innovations like the integration of wearable data into clinical workflows, Validic is helping shape the future of healthcare, enabling providers to deliver better care and engage patients in their health management.
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