Regional Health Partners had been serving their community for over 20 years with a single location. When they acquired five smaller practices across the region, their outdated IT infrastructure couldn't support the expansion while maintaining the security and compliance required in healthcare.
SHON NETWORKING was brought in to design and implement a comprehensive IT infrastructure solution that would support their growth while ensuring HIPAA compliance and improving patient care delivery.
5
New Locations Supported
99.9%
Uptime Achieved
40%
Reduction in IT Costs
100%
HIPAA Compliance
The Challenge
Regional Health Partners faced significant challenges with their expansion plans. Their existing IT infrastructure was outdated, fragmented, and unable to support the security and communication requirements of a multi-location healthcare provider.
Key Challenges:
- Outdated network infrastructure with frequent downtime
- Inability to share patient records securely between locations
- Non-compliance with latest HIPAA security requirements
- No centralized management of IT resources
- Insufficient bandwidth for telemedicine applications
- Lack of disaster recovery and business continuity planning
"We were struggling to provide consistent care across our locations. Our IT systems were holding us back from delivering the quality of service our patients deserved."
The Solution
SHON NETWORKING implemented a comprehensive technology transformation strategy designed specifically for healthcare environments. Our approach focused on creating a secure, scalable, and compliant infrastructure that would support both current needs and future growth.
Our Approach:
- Designed and deployed a secure wide area network connecting all locations
- Implemented HIPAA-compliant encryption for all data in transit and at rest
- Migrated patient records to a centralized, secure cloud-based EHR system
- Deployed unified communication systems for seamless collaboration
- Implemented robust backup and disaster recovery solutions
- Provided comprehensive staff training on new systems and security protocols
Network architecture diagram showing secure connections between all locations
Implementation Timeline
Phase 1: Assessment & Planning
Weeks 1-2
Comprehensive audit of existing infrastructure, security assessment, and development of detailed implementation plan.
Phase 2: Core Network Infrastructure
Weeks 3-6
Deployment of new network hardware, secure connectivity between locations, and implementation of advanced security measures.
Phase 3: Data Migration & System Integration
Weeks 7-10
Secure migration of patient records to new EHR system, integration of all clinical applications, and implementation of backup systems.
Phase 4: Testing & Training
Weeks 11-12
Comprehensive testing of all systems, staff training programs, and development of ongoing support procedures.
Results & Impact
Operational Improvements
- 99.9% network uptime ensuring continuous access to patient records
- 50% faster access to medical images and test results
- Seamless patient record sharing between locations
- Improved telemedicine capabilities with HD video conferencing
Financial Benefits
- 40% reduction in overall IT costs through consolidation
- Elimination of costly downtime incidents
- Reduced maintenance costs for aging equipment
- Predictable monthly IT expenses with managed services
"SHON NETWORKING transformed our IT infrastructure from a liability into a strategic asset. We can now focus on patient care instead of worrying about technology issues."
Technologies Implemented
Cisco Networking
Fortinet Security
Azure Cloud
Epic EHR System
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