In the dynamic world of healthcare, professionals across various specialties, be it dentistry, veterinary medicine, or others, require tools that adapt to their unique workflows. Dragon Medical One (DMO) offers a versatile platform that, when customized effectively, can significantly enhance documentation efficiency and accuracy.
Understanding the Power of Customization
While DMO comes equipped with extensive medical vocabularies, the nuances of each specialty necessitate further personalization. Customizing DMO ensures that it aligns seamlessly with your specific terminology and documentation practices.
1. Tailoring Vocabulary to Your Specialty
Every specialty has its unique set of terms, drug names, and procedures. By adding these to DMO’s vocabulary, you enhance recognition accuracy.
Adding Custom Words: Navigate to the DragonBar, select “Manage Vocabulary,” and click the “+” icon to add new terms. For instance, a dentist might add “periodontitis,” while a veterinarian could add “canine distemper.”
- Training Pronunciations: For terms that DMO might misinterpret, use the “Train Word” feature to ensure accurate recognition.
- Importing Vocabulary Lists: If you have a list of specialty-specific terms, you can import them in bulk, streamlining the customization process.
2. Creating Specialty-Specific Auto-Texts
Auto-Texts are pre-defined templates that can be inserted with a simple voice command, saving time on repetitive documentation.
- Designing Templates: Access “Manage Auto-Texts” from the DragonBar. Create templates for common notes, such as a dental examination or a veterinary check-up.
- Incorporating Variable Fields: Use placeholders, such as [1], [2], etc., to indicate areas where specific information needs to be inserted, which enables quick navigation and note completion.
3. Utilizing Step-by-Step Commands
For tasks that involve multiple steps, such as opening specific applications or navigating through electronic health record (EHR) systems, Step-by-Step commands can automate the process.
- Creating Commands: In the DragonBar, select “Manage Commands” and define the sequence of actions you want to automate.
- Assigning Voice Triggers: Assign a specific phrase to trigger the command, like “Open patient chart,” to execute the defined steps seamlessly.
4. Optimizing Microphone Settings
The choice and configuration of your microphone can impact dictation accuracy.
- Selecting the Right Device: While DMO is compatible with various microphones, choosing one that suits your environment, whether a stationary setup or mobile practice, is crucial.
- Configuring Buttons: Customize microphone buttons for functions like “Next Field” or “Transfer Text” to enhance workflow efficiency.
5. Leveraging The Dragon People’s Expertise
Customizing DMO to fit your specialty can be a complex process. The Dragon People specialize in tailoring DMO solutions to various medical fields, ensuring that the software aligns perfectly with your practice’s needs.
- Personalized Training: Receive training sessions tailored to your specialty, ensuring you maximize the benefits of DMO’s features.
- Ongoing Support: Benefit from continuous support to address any challenges and maintain optimal system performance.
Adapting Dragon Medical One to your specific medical specialty enhances documentation efficiency, accuracy, and overall workflow. By customizing vocabulary, templates, commands, and settings, you ensure that DMO serves as a powerful ally in your practice.