Patient medical records at The George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) in Washington, D.C. are now being protected by biometric identification technology. Over 300 authorized medical staff must use a fingerprint scan powered by BIO-key International’s VST software to gain access to TouchWorks™ Electronic Health Records (EHR) from Allscripts. Computer workstations are located throughout the teaching facility and allow physicians, residents and other staff to instantly document patient visits, prescribe medicines, order labs, and view results. Management of MFA feels that using biometric technology is more secure and convenient than passwords for accessing medical records. ![[end]](/resources/bullet/archive-4.gif)
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