allie88 Posted May 5, 2013 Author Share Posted May 5, 2013 Does anyone have any experience or opinion re: using an iPad or iPad mini for clinical rotations? I am considering purchasing the mini to use to take notes and for the apps to use for reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie88 Posted May 5, 2013 Author Share Posted May 5, 2013 Does anyone have any experience or opinion re: using an iPad or iPad mini for clinical rotations? I am considering purchasing the mini to use to take notes and for the apps to use for reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie88 Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 Does anyone have any experience or opinion re: using an iPad or iPad mini for clinical rotations? I am considering purchasing the mini to use to take notes and for the apps to use for reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpsman2PA Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 I'm planning on purchasing one for clinicals as well. Some people have apps on their phone, but this looks like you're texting even if you're on epocrates and can lead people to make rash judgments even if you're not doing anything wrong. So, in an effort to look professional, I'm going to go with the ipad mini (fits nicely in pocket, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpsman2PA Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 I'm planning on purchasing one for clinicals as well. Some people have apps on their phone, but this looks like you're texting even if you're on epocrates and can lead people to make rash judgments even if you're not doing anything wrong. So, in an effort to look professional, I'm going to go with the ipad mini (fits nicely in pocket, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpsman2PA Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 I'm planning on purchasing one for clinicals as well. Some people have apps on their phone, but this looks like you're texting even if you're on epocrates and can lead people to make rash judgments even if you're not doing anything wrong. So, in an effort to look professional, I'm going to go with the ipad mini (fits nicely in pocket, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie88 Posted May 7, 2013 Author Share Posted May 7, 2013 Thanks for your response, Corpsman2PA! Does anyone have any prior experience using the iPad mini for clinical rotations or in general? Pros? Cons? Better than simple pen and paper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie88 Posted May 7, 2013 Author Share Posted May 7, 2013 Thanks for your response, Corpsman2PA! Does anyone have any prior experience using the iPad mini for clinical rotations or in general? Pros? Cons? Better than simple pen and paper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie88 Posted May 7, 2013 Author Share Posted May 7, 2013 Thanks for your response, Corpsman2PA! Does anyone have any prior experience using the iPad mini for clinical rotations or in general? Pros? Cons? Better than simple pen and paper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator rev ronin Posted May 7, 2013 Administrator Share Posted May 7, 2013 I use an iPod 3. No camera, no phone, just data and music! :-) I should note that I use it ONLY for lookup in-room; for anything else electronic, I used a computer. For brief notes, paper is still the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator rev ronin Posted May 7, 2013 Administrator Share Posted May 7, 2013 I use an iPod 3. No camera, no phone, just data and music! :-) I should note that I use it ONLY for lookup in-room; for anything else electronic, I used a computer. For brief notes, paper is still the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator rev ronin Posted May 7, 2013 Administrator Share Posted May 7, 2013 I use an iPod 3. No camera, no phone, just data and music! :-) I should note that I use it ONLY for lookup in-room; for anything else electronic, I used a computer. For brief notes, paper is still the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDay Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 iPad mini is better than iPad for clinical rotations. They just fit better in your pocket. The apps available are amazing to assist with clinical decision making and referencing evidence based practice. I did not use either - just my iPhone. There is not one person that doesn't know that an iPhone can be used for something other than texting. If they want the best care, then they shouldn't worry so much about wether you are texting, looking on ePoc/Medscape, or accessing UpToDate. As for cost, you have to pay for wireless access for iPads as many sites will not have available wireless. In my case, it was just cheaper/cost effective to use one device - my iPhone. For notes/charting, your iPad probably won't interface with EMR anyway, so jotting notes on paper/napkins/scraps is just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDay Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 iPad mini is better than iPad for clinical rotations. They just fit better in your pocket. The apps available are amazing to assist with clinical decision making and referencing evidence based practice. I did not use either - just my iPhone. There is not one person that doesn't know that an iPhone can be used for something other than texting. If they want the best care, then they shouldn't worry so much about wether you are texting, looking on ePoc/Medscape, or accessing UpToDate. As for cost, you have to pay for wireless access for iPads as many sites will not have available wireless. In my case, it was just cheaper/cost effective to use one device - my iPhone. For notes/charting, your iPad probably won't interface with EMR anyway, so jotting notes on paper/napkins/scraps is just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDay Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 iPad mini is better than iPad for clinical rotations. They just fit better in your pocket. The apps available are amazing to assist with clinical decision making and referencing evidence based practice. I did not use either - just my iPhone. There is not one person that doesn't know that an iPhone can be used for something other than texting. If they want the best care, then they shouldn't worry so much about wether you are texting, looking on ePoc/Medscape, or accessing UpToDate. As for cost, you have to pay for wireless access for iPads as many sites will not have available wireless. In my case, it was just cheaper/cost effective to use one device - my iPhone. For notes/charting, your iPad probably won't interface with EMR anyway, so jotting notes on paper/napkins/scraps is just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorRRT Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I think referencing any sort of electronic device in front of a patient could be considered rude/unprofessional. Personally, when I need to look something up, it's going to be "out of sight". The estate of Mr. Jobs doesn't need any more of my loan money. iPhone it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorRRT Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I think referencing any sort of electronic device in front of a patient could be considered rude/unprofessional. Personally, when I need to look something up, it's going to be "out of sight". The estate of Mr. Jobs doesn't need any more of my loan money. iPhone it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorRRT Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I think referencing any sort of electronic device in front of a patient could be considered rude/unprofessional. Personally, when I need to look something up, it's going to be "out of sight". The estate of Mr. Jobs doesn't need any more of my loan money. iPhone it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Steve Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I have used my iPad quite a bit as a teaching tool for my patients. Really helps when I am explaining muscoskeletal issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Steve Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I have used my iPad quite a bit as a teaching tool for my patients. Really helps when I am explaining muscoskeletal issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Steve Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I have used my iPad quite a bit as a teaching tool for my patients. Really helps when I am explaining muscoskeletal issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jts Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 I use the ipad mini constantly on my job. It's great! I popped on a Griffith case so if I drop it I won't cry and it is so worth it. My clinic gives us an allowance for technology so it was an easy decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jts Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 I use the ipad mini constantly on my job. It's great! I popped on a Griffith case so if I drop it I won't cry and it is so worth it. My clinic gives us an allowance for technology so it was an easy decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattK Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 I'm considering getting a nexus 7 or ipad mini or ipod for rotations. I don't have a smartphone, and think I will need something that supports apps. Even without internet, wifi should be relatively accessible. And I could be wrong but it seems like many apps don't require internet once you have them downloaded. Although I have a laptop, it seems too cumbersome. I'm interested to hear other's advice/experiences too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattK Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 I'm considering getting a nexus 7 or ipad mini or ipod for rotations. I don't have a smartphone, and think I will need something that supports apps. Even without internet, wifi should be relatively accessible. And I could be wrong but it seems like many apps don't require internet once you have them downloaded. Although I have a laptop, it seems too cumbersome. I'm interested to hear other's advice/experiences too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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