Published on August 04, 2010
Geonetric News Release
Overlake Hospital Medical Center Selects Geonetric to Expand Online Web Presence
Easy-to-use content management system, strong implementation process and patient portal product among the top reasons for Geonetric's selection.
Cedar Rapids, IA – August 4, 2010 — Geonetric, an online solutions provider for the healthcare industry announces its newest client, Overlake Hospital Medical Center. Located in Bellevue, Wash., close to some of the world's leading technology companies, Overlake needs a website that is as cutting-edge as the community it serves. The organization has selected Geonetric to develop a bold online presence that connects with health seekers and allows them to manage their healthcare online.
"We chose Geonetric to develop our new website because their VitalSite software will provide a solid foundation for us to implement our online strategies," says Patrick Moody, director of marketing and public relations at Overlake. "Their content management solution has all the functionality and security features we're looking for today. And in the future, we will be able to add their patient portal – using the same platform – to give patients secure access to their own healthcare information."
Geonetric will implement its VitalSite content management solution for Overlake, developing a feature-rich website that enhances Overlake's online patient experience. The site will provide Overlake's diverse target audiences with intuitive navigation, engaging functionality, and improved security. In addition, it will successfully reflect Overlake's impressive five-star brand and accurately demonstrate the medical excellence and compassionate care the organization is known for providing.
"Overlake is an ideal client for us to partner with," says Eric Engelmann, president and CEO at Geonetric. "They're a forward-looking organization that operates in a very competitive and tech-savvy market. It's clear their website is an important tool used to engage physicians and patients in their community. We're proud to have been selected to support their efforts with our VitalSite software and professional services."
With a focus on engaging consumers and meeting physician needs, Overlake views the Geonetric relationship as the foundation for future online initiatives. "Geonetric has a clear point of view on where the eHealth industry is headed and possesses the vision and expertise to meet the changing market demands," says Moody. "We're excited to partner with them. Our new website will be just the first step in a process that will lay the framework for future patient and physician portal initiatives."
About Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Overlake Hospital Medical Center is a nonprofit, non-tax-supported regional medical center. Overlake is licensed for 337 beds and offers a comprehensive range of services including cardiac care, cancer care, general and specialty surgery, women's programs, senior care, and the only Level III trauma service on the Eastside. For more information, log on to www.overlakehospital.org.
