b'CONCORD HOSPITAL HEALTH SYSTEM | One SystemPHYSICIAN PROFILESDrs. Samuel York& Cameron DouglasSYSTEM APPROACH TO EMERGENCY MEDICINEThe ability to access clinical documentationWhile there are differences in resources between data made available to providers, the more that throughout CHHS allows for cohesive,multidisciplinarythe three hospitals, York sees more similarities,translates into a clearer understanding of patients. care, especially when it comes to the Emergencyparticularly in camaraderie and patient-first mindset.This allows for informed recommendations and Department (ED). Cameron Douglas, MD, is a Laconia-based ED decisions to be made, leading to better care,Having an integrated [electronic medical record] isdoctor, who also works in Concord and Franklin. Douglas says.essential to providing high-quality care, says SamuelNo matter which ED he is assigned to on a particularYork agrees, explaining that having doctors who York, MD, an ED doctor based in Concord. Its hugelyshift, Dr. Douglas is always impressed by thework at all three hospitals contributes to the sharing beneficial to physicians to have a complete clinicalexceptional teamwork. of knowledge and, thus, better alignment of patient picture rapidly available. This has many benefits forneeds and resources, resulting in improved outcomes.the patient, including more timely care and easierAt each site, I see team members going out of theirability to coordinate follow-up. way to help others, Douglas shares. Working acrossStaff have a much clearer understanding ofall sites allows for a clearer perspective of how towhat resources each site can offer, York says.Like many CHHS emergency physicians, Dr. Yorkeffectively utilize the resources available within ourThis benefits patients by allowing them toworks across the health system, caring for patientssystem, as well as build valuable relationships. have access to excellent care closer to home,in Concord, Franklin, and Laconia. The one systemIn health care, Douglas adds, details matter. That isor early identification of transfer needs in moreapproach allows for consistent sharing of expertise,particularly true in the emergency setting. The moredire situations.which also aids patients.48'