Spyglass Consulting Group reported 94 percent of physicians surveyed use smartphones, up from 59 percent in 2006, according to a CNET report.
The "Point of Care Communications for Physicians" report interviewed just over 100 physicians working in acute care and ambulatory environments across the country. Forty-four percent of participating physicians preferred the Apple iPhone, while 25 percent chose to use the RIM BlackBerry.
The study also found that despite high levels of smartphone use, 78 percent of physicians interviewed have trouble communicating with colleagues in a timely manner.
Read the CNET report on smartphones.
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The "Point of Care Communications for Physicians" report interviewed just over 100 physicians working in acute care and ambulatory environments across the country. Forty-four percent of participating physicians preferred the Apple iPhone, while 25 percent chose to use the RIM BlackBerry.
The study also found that despite high levels of smartphone use, 78 percent of physicians interviewed have trouble communicating with colleagues in a timely manner.
Read the CNET report on smartphones.
Read more on healthcare IT:
-"Most Wired" Hospital List Toughens Standards for 2010
-5 Tips on Preparing to Meet Meaningful Use Regulations