The Health System Digital Front Door: Enhancing Patient Access, Engagement, and Experience

A new eHealthcare Strategy & Trends member roundtable, featuring winners from the 2023 eHealthcare Leadership Awards

Your Panelists:

• Jennifer Segalini, VP of Strategy at Phase2
• Amanda Jones, Senior Director of Digital Engagement at Geisinger
• Jennifer Mackendree, System Director of Marketing at Health First
• Nardeep Singh, Marketing Technology Manager at Renown Health

In this session, you’ll learn:

• The breadth, scope, and depth of DFD strategies and tools
• Best practices for implementing a DFD
• Practical tips for enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction
• How a DFD can impact marketing outcomes
• How to prioritize DFD investments for maximum impact
• And much more!

Watch Now »

The Health System Digital Front Door: Enhancing Patient Access, Engagement, and Experience

A new eHealthcare Strategy & Trends member roundtable, featuring winners from the 2023 eHealthcare Leadership Awards

Wednesday | August 7, 2024 | 2 p.m. Eastern

Your Panelists:

• Jennifer Segalini, VP of Strategy at Phase2
• Amanda Jones, Senior Director of Digital Engagement at Geisinger
• Jennifer Mackendree, System Director of Marketing at Health First
• Nardeep Singh, Marketing Technology Manager at Renown Health

In this session, you’ll learn:

• The breadth, scope, and depth of DFD strategies and tools
• Best practices for implementing a DFD
• Practical tips for enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction
• How a DFD can impact marketing outcomes
• How to prioritize DFD investments for maximum impact
• And much more!

Watch Now »

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One Expert’s Take on Why and How Telehealth Could Be Better

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Want to Drive Patient Satisfaction and Capture More Market Share for Your Physicians? Make It Easy for Patients to Self-Schedule Virtual Visits

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