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of large image files. It also allowed more optimal use of electronic health records
and teleconferencing, provided Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the hospital, and
prepared for future advancements in health care technology.
Campbell notes, “Part of the process of upgrading our network was to better
understand what we had and what our options were. The team at Madison Com-
munications, including IT Director Jerry Davis, invested the time to educate us on
the options and upgrades that would be necessary to use the faster connection
in the most efficient way. The process took place over several months and at the
end of it, we found that not only were the new CT scans able to be transmitted
quickly, we had access to high-speed internet for other applications.”
Benefits for Patients and Staff
How has the fiber network benefitted Community Hospital patients? She replies,
“We all know that technology is at the core of our lives today. Our patients have
better care because our providers have access to better diagnostics and our
equipment is accessible by experts in remote locations. Our patients also enjoy a
wireless network in the hospital to pass the time. None of these things would be
possible without the fiber network from Madison.”
In 2014, Community Hospital was
approved to undergo a much-needed
major renovation and expansion proj-
ect partially funded by a USDA Rural
Development Loan. Madison Com-
munications worked directly with the
hospital in the planning, design, and
development of all network elements
for its communication needs.
“A hosted PBX system from Madison
was a key part of this overall modern-
ization project. The new phone system
provides many timesaving features for hospital staff and can be easily monitored
and maintained in-house. Again, the Madison team helped us consider our options
and when the time came for implementation, Madison was there as a partner. Their
team is knowledgeable, professional, and most importantly, focused on the success
of Community Hospital,” says Campbell.
What is a Virtual
Private Network?
Some businesses consider their Virtual
Private Network (VPN) to be as impor-
tant as their internet connection. But
what is a VPN? A computer network
is two or more computers linked
together. In the past, this configura-
tion was only possible if the computers
were physically close together. A virtual
network links together computers
in separate locations, and this type
of network is private because, unlike
other types of internet connections,
it doesn’t involve going through a
third-party provider.
VPNs can be used
in a variety of ways:
• Connecting data centers
in two or more locations.
• Sending and receiving
information securely.
• Enabling remote workers to
securely access company servers.
• Conducting business from
international locations.
Is your business a strong candidate
for a VPN? It may be if you deal
with highly sensitive information,
have multiple locations, or employ
remote workers or workers who
travel frequently.
For information about how
Madison Communications can
set up a VPN for your business,
call our business team at
800-422-4848.
Our patients have better care because our
providers have access to better diagnostics
and our equipment is accessible by experts in
remote locations.”
— SUE CAMPBELL, CEO, COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF STAUNTON
Volunteers Doris (left) and Betsy work at the front
desk, greeting people and giving directions.