Stay informed with the latest Baptist Health updates and clinical guidance in this month’s Medical eNews On the Go, featuring timely news, important reminders, and key action items for providers.

In this episode:

• A message of appreciation as Baptist Health prepares to celebrate National Doctors’ Day on March 30
• Measles alert in Florida: reminders on early detection, isolation protocols, and reporting procedures
• Epic implementation update: new initiatives advancing specialty workflow design and systemwide interoperability
• Medication shortage alert: critical shortages affecting IV azithromycin and IV opioids, with conservation guidance for providers
• Updated VTE prophylaxis documentation workflows to align with CMS and public reporting requirements
• Antibiotic stewardship reminder: reconsider routine pneumococcal and Legionella urinary antigen testing
• Action needed: participation in the Patient Safety Culture Survey (March 9–31)
• Physicians encouraged to participate in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Survey
• Reminder to complete the 2026 Annual Supplemental Health Form if required by Workplace Health
• Dragon Copilot now live: training and consent requirements before use with patients
• New AI-powered search capability in UpToDate to enhance clinical information retrieval

Medical eNews On the Go — February 2026

Catch the key Baptist Health updates and clinical practice changes featured in this month’s Medical eNews On the Go, including timely news, guideline updates, and action items for providers.

In this episode:

• Baptist Health recognized as a 2025 Press Ganey Human Experience Award winner
• Credentialing updates: applications return to Echo; Hub Apply Portal go-live set for April 2026
• New pediatric standard: Handtevy tape replaces Broselow for weight estimation when actual weight is unavailable
• Updated practice guidance: VTE prophylaxis documentation, adult telemetry ordering improvements, and safe peripheral vasopressor administration
• Antibiotic stewardship spotlight: when to consider oral linezolid for appropriate infections
• Action needed: preparation for Microsoft Dragon Copilot rollout beginning February 25
• Baptist Health growth updates, including the upcoming South Miami Urgent Care relocation and progress on Baptist Health Sunrise Hospital

From Baptist Health, this is Medical eNews on the Go for January 2026—a concise, clinician-focused roundup of timely updates, practice guidelines, and system-wide initiatives.

In this episode:

• Epic Journey progress, including work to preserve EBCC order sets, improve inpatient documentation, and strengthen handoff workflows
• A new IV azithromycin shortage and recommended conservation measures, with oral formulations remaining available
• Andexxa removal from clinical use following U.S. market withdrawal, with four-factor PCC confirmed as the recommended alternative
• Introduction of the Safety Green Gown for patients at high risk for elopement
• New CIWA-Ar–based alcohol withdrawal order set launching January 27 in the Emergency Department
• Transition to saline-only flushing for most central venous catheters and implantable ports beginning January 27
• Important action items, including license renewal reminders and a new Cancer Rehabilitation Fellowship opportunity
• Expanded clinician well-being resources through SupportLink MD and SupportLink for APPs
• Credentialing services moving to the Hub Apply Portal (CredentialStream) effective January 21
• A new HeartCode Complete BLS renewal option
• Updates on expanded services, including PET/CT imaging and the opening of Baptist Health Emergency Care in Palmetto Bay
• National recognition as 13 Baptist Health ASCs earn Leapfrog’s 2025 Top ASC designation

Stay up to date with the latest news from Baptist Health in this December 2025 edition of Medical eNews On the Go. Highlights include:

• 2025 Leapfrog Safety Grades
• New credentialing system roll out in January 2026
• State of Florida background screenings to be completed before February
• Obtaining new I-D badge buddy
• Critical Value Standards Go-Llive
• Age-friendly Structural Measures for those 65 and older
• Standardized C-Diff policy and toolkit
• Microsoft Dragon Co-Pilot initiative
• Recognitions and Happy Holidays

Tune in for timely updates, action items, and practice guidelines that support safe, high-quality care across Baptist Health.

Stay up to date with the latest news from Baptist Health in this November 2025 edition of Medical eNews On the Go. Highlights include:

• 2025 Press Ganey Results
• Baptist Health named to the Fortune Best Workplaces for Women list
• New credentialing system roll out in January 2026
• CMS Final Rule on New Discharge Planning Requirements
• Flu Vaccine
• Updates on the Post-Operative note aligning with DNV NIAHO standards
• Reminders about documenting Acute Blood Loss Anemia
• Information about unnecessary use of anti-MRSA antibiotics
• Baptist Health's newest Free Standing ED opening soon in Palmetto Bay
• Observances

Tune in for timely updates, action items, and practice guidelines that support safe, high-quality care across Baptist Health.

Stay up to date with the latest news from Baptist Health in this October 2025 edition of Medical eNews On the Go. Highlights include:

• Baptist Health ranked #3 on Fortune’s 2025 Best Workplaces in Health Care list
• 2025 Physician Satisfaction Survey now open
• Flu vaccination reminders and upcoming Flu Fairs
• Wellsheet mobile tool for faster patient chart access
• Launch of the new Urology Residency Program with FIU, led by Dr. Christopher Gomez
• Epic electronic health record transformation: Build phase underway
• Updates on medication shortage alerts and standardized medication administration policies
• New ED Back Pain Algorithm and Antimicrobial Stewardship guidance
• Baptist Health Foundation Grand Gala on November 8
• Cybersecurity Awareness Month: protecting patients through secure practices

Tune in for timely updates, action items, and practice guidelines that support safe, high-quality care across Baptist Health.

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Baptist Health Medical E News On the Go - May 2025

Welcome to the May 2025 edition of Baptist Health's Medical E News On the Go! This month, we celebrate our hospitals' achievements with 78% earning an A or B grade in the latest Leapfrog Safety Grades. Get ready for the transition to the Epic EHR system, launching in Summer 2027, and explore the new Wellsheet application for better patient data management. Learn about the opening of a new medical center in Pembroke Pines, medication shortage alerts, updated practice guidelines, and crucial reminders for documentation and problem list accuracy. We also highlight upcoming events like the Men’s Health Summit and the Baptist Health Foundation’s Grand Gala. Tune in for all this and more as we recognize National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:06 Timely News: Leapfrog Safety Grades
00:32 Epic EHR System Transition
01:05 Introducing Wellsheet in Cerner Oracle EHR
01:40 Expansion: New Medical Center in Pembroke Pines
01:54 Medication Shortages and Practice Guidelines
02:14 Practice Guideline Updates
02:50 Antimicrobial Stewardship and DocTip of the Month
04:15 Action Items and Reminders
04:44 Upcoming Events and Celebrations
05:24 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

Graduate Medical Education, National Doctors' Day & Crucial Updates | Medical eNews on the Go!

In this episode of Medical eNews on the Go, we cover the excitement of Match Day for graduating medical students, the celebration of National Doctors' Day with heartfelt tributes to our dedicated physicians, and essential reminders for maintaining HIPPA compliance within Baptist Health's EHR system. Stay informed about new cyber security alerts, updated protocols for Adult Hydration IV Fluids, and the latest Vascular Access Medication Guide to enhance patient safety. Don’t miss these important updates and more in our latest edition!

00:00 Graduate Medical Education: Match Day!
00:11 Celebrating You: National Doctors' Day Highlights
00:32 Physician Staff/Scribe in EHR: Validate or Request
01:00 Stay Alert: Watch for Help Desk Impersonators
01:25 Adult Hydration IV Fluids PowerPlan Updated for Efficiency
01:50 Keeping Patients Safe: Vascular Access Medication Guide
02:10 Conclusion: Medical eNews on the Go Wrap-Up