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December 2007

Special Technology Issue

Epocrates strives to provide innovative practical solutions for healthcare professionals that take advantage of the latest technological advances. As we look ahead to the new year, we'd like to share some product highlights — past, present, and future!

Happy holidays and all the best for 2008 from everyone at Epocrates!


 

Looking Back — 2007 in Review

Before we look into the future, we wanted to take a moment to remind you of what kept us busy in 2007! Here are just a few of the many products and features we have launched so far this year:

Plus, our free mobile and online content has been updated with:

  • 141 new drugs/vaccines
  • 1,702 monograph updates
  • 22 new health plan formularies

Out Now! Epocrates on the iPhone

iPhoneAt this time, it’s not possible to download Epocrates software to an iPhone device. However, we’re pleased to announce that the free Epocrates Online web-based drug reference is now available in a format that's optimized for iPhone and iPod touch devices. Simply point your Safari browser to http://m.epocrates.com/iphone to access continually updated monographs for more than 3,500 drugs.

Here’s some of the enthusiastic feedback we’ve already received from customers:

"When I opened [it] and saw that it worked just like the iPhone, it actually made me smile!"
- Lewis Hofmann, MD

"It is a beautiful site."
- John Berry, MD

Apple recently announced that in early 2008 software developers will be able to begin to create applications for iPhone devices. We are excited to explore the opportunity to offer our mobile products on this new platform.

What’s Next?

We are reviewing a lot of different product ideas for 2008, including new online features and new handheld content. We really appreciate all of the additional suggestions our newsletter readers sent us last month as well; your feedback will help us continue to meet and hopefully exceed your expectations.

Be sure to read our email newsletter every month for the latest product and technology news from Epocrates!

Healthcare Predictions 2008

With the upcoming U.S. presidential election race, healthcare is anticipated to be one of the most discussed issues in the news, with a particular emphasis on technology. We recently assembled a group of medical professionals in our network to share their thoughts for the year ahead. They predict that healthcare reform will be a key issue, and foresee increased consumer control, expanded access to care, and adoption of new technologies. We invite you to listen to a short interview with one of the participating physicians, Dr. John Luo.

Listen to the Epocrates Healthcare Predictions Podcast »

Try Epocrates Online & Win an iPod touch!

Try our free web-based drug reference this month and you could win one of 50 iPod touch devices! The Epocrates Online reference includes monographs, interactions, and health plan formulary status for more than 3,500 drugs, as well as pill pictures and patient education handouts. Sign in before December 31st to be entered into our iPod touch giveaway. Plus, receive an additional entry each time you sign in!

Learn More/Enter Now »

Please note: The sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the United States residing in the U.S. This offer is also available with Epocrates® Online Premium but does not include free or premium institutional access.

Tech Talk – Wireless Installation (NEW!)

In a recent Epocrates customer survey, more than 70% of participants said they plan to upgrade to a wireless device in the next 18 months. To support this growing trend and make it even easier for healthcare professionals to get Epocrates products, Epocrates Rx, Epocrates Rx Pro®, and Epocrates Essentials software applications can now be installed wirelessly “over the air.” If you have a wireless PDA or smartphone (including BlackBerry) and are not currently using our products, we invite you to try our wireless installation by simply pointing your mobile browser to get.Epocrates.com.*

*We recommend an unlimited data plan. Requires users to first be registered at www.epocrates.com. For detailed system requirements, including supported devices/operating systems, please refer to the Epocrates Support Center.

**CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.



  Epocrates Rx for BlackBerry


Clinical Updates

In November, the Epocrates Medical Information Editors added 16 new drug monographs and edited 103 monographs, which included 591 drug-drug interaction edits.

New Drugs Include:

To access these monographs, simply AutoUpdate (sync) your PDA or visit
Epocrates Online
.


New MobileCME Activities
  • Challenges in RCC: Evolving Standards of Care
  • Are You Recognizing AATD? Detection, Diagnosis, & Management
  • ACE Inhibition and Cardioprotection

AutoUpdate (sync) to access these activities. Don’t have MobileCME? Download it here.


Newsletter Poll

Please help us name the Epocrates monthly newsletter!

This is the 78th issue of the Epocrates newsletter, which has been keeping our members up to date with Epocrates news and views since 2001. We're working on a new look to celebrate the 80th issue, and appreciate all the suggestions you sent last month for newsletter topics and features. Please help us choose a name for the new newsletter by voting for your favorite:

Please note that poll questions can only be answered in the email version of our newsletter.

  • Epocrates Pulse
  • The Monthly Checkup
  • Epocrates Vitals
  • The Eposcope
  • Epocrates Rounds
  • The Oath

Announcing our Spa Giveaway Winners!

Congratulations to Victoria Coburn, MD from Walpole, Massachusetts and CAPT Roger Hirsh, MSC USN (ret) from Chesapeake, Virginia! They are the winners of the vouchers for a day at the spa. Thank you to all who took the time to take our survey and enter our sweepstakes from the November Newsletter.


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