GetWellNetwork Executive to Speak at CBORD User Group Conference

Cheryl Gnehm to Address Impact of Hospital Systems Integration on Patient Satisfaction and Operating Efficiencies


BETHESDA, MD--(Marketwire - Oct 15, 2012) - GetWellNetwork, Inc.®, provider of the industry's leading Interactive Patient Care system, today announced that Cheryl Gnehm, vice president, Professional Services, GetWellNetwork, Inc., will speak at the 33rd Annual User Group Conference of The CBORD Group, Inc. Gnehm will lead a session titled "Make the Connection with Room Service," where the discussion will explore how hospitals can improve patient satisfaction and achieve efficiencies by integrating meal ordering with in-room patient TVs.

As a result of a partnership announced earlier this year, GetWellNetwork and CBORD have successfully integrated their Interactive Patient Care and Room Service solutions to enable personalized meal services for patients. The GetWellNetwork interface with CBORD offers the ability to display patient-specific menu options based on dietary orders as well as place a request for delivery. This unique integration offers a faster, easier way for patients to place orders and participate in their care -- all while improving operating efficiencies for hospitals.

The breakout session will take place from 11:15-11:45 a.m. on Monday, October 15.

CBORD's User Group Conference 2012 is being held October 14-17 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis in Atlanta, Ga. More information about the event is available online: http://www.cbord.com/ugc2012

About GetWellNetwork
GetWellNetwork, Inc. entertains, educates, and empowers patients throughout the patient journey using the bedside TV and iPad in the hospital, mobile devices, Web or Cable TV at home. This patient-centered approach improves both satisfaction and outcomes for patients and hospitals. Additionally, the company extends the value of existing IT investments by integrating seamlessly to leading HIT systems including Cerner, McKesson, Epic, Meditech, GE and Siemens.

GetWellNetwork is recognized by KLAS® as the leader in the Interactive Patient Systems category and exclusively endorsed by the American Hospital Association. More information about GetWellNetwork can be found at www.GetWellNetwork.com.

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