Multiple Location Medical Practice VPN

Initial Customer Environment:
Ophthalmology Practice with one main location and one remote office connected via a dedicated T1 circuit. 

Foreseen Problem:
As this practice continued to grow from the initial two locations to a total of six, the need for cost efficient data communications between the offices become paramount.  In addition to the Practice Management application, the practice was beginning the implementation of EMR.  This practice also relies heavily on email communications between offices.

Resolution:
ISG proposed and implemented a solution that consisted of multiple VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) connecting all of the practice locations using the offices’ existing broadband internet connections as the backbone for the connectivity, drastically   minimizing telecommunications charges.  This solution additionally allowed for the practice to meet HIPAA requirements with the secure connections the VPNs       created.  All six of the practice’s servers are located in the main office, storing all information from emails to EMRs to patient account information.  This data is      completely and instantly accessible from any practice location.  Additionally, the doctors have the ability to view information while in remote locations, such as their homes or area hospitals, utilizing their laptops with wireless network cards and   secure connections to the main office.

Results:
The client now has a reliable, secure and efficient multi-location network that allows patients to visit any location and have their information instantly accessible.  The practice realized a substantial monthly cost savings by eliminating the T1            connections and relying solely on the Virtual Private Networks ISG implemented.   Furthermore, it allows for instant email communications with employees regardless of their location, maximizing productivity and efficiency.