Technology Empowered Clinical Optimization Member Interest Group
Established: July 2019
The Technology Empowered Clinical Optimization (TECO) Member Interest Group (MIG) supports the AAFP in identifying emerging technologies to improve human interactions in the exam room and provide feedback on current and future Technology Empowered Clinical Optimization changes.
Who can join this MIG
Participation is open to any AAFP member interested in or seeking to learn more about TECO.
Technology Empowered Clinical Optimization MIG objectives
- To work collectively on making TECO more provider-friendly and intuitive
- To reduce provider time spent on TECO
- To assist AAFP staff with TECO enhancement pilots and provide feedback on current and future EMR changes
- To support the AAFP in identifying emerging technologies to improve human interactions in the exam room
- To assist the AAFP in the recruitment and retention of members with an interest in TECO
Long-term MIG goals
- To improve TECO systems using MIG member feedback
- To prevent burnout of members by mentoring and partnering members with TECO problems with those who can offer solutions and support
- To explore developing technologies and help shape the future of medical documentation
MIG officers
- Chair: Michael Attilio, MD, FAAFP
- Vice Chair: Astrud Villareal, MD, FAAFP
- Overseen By: Commission on Quality and Practice
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