Learn about why users might consider using EMIS and Hero instead of pureplay private practice software such as Semble
Semble is a web-based electronic health record designed originally for private healthcare providers based in the UK. Semble was founded by former Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan investment bankers in 2016 originally selling under the name HeyDoc. Starting in private general practice, the platform has expanded and is now used in both primary and secondary care private care settings.
Semble certainly has virtues, including:
The Semble platform is a common one for GPs starting out their own private practice. It is easy to setup, easy to access and relatively low cost. However, we regularly speak with private practices that have outgrown Semble in one way or another and are looking for a more sophisticated solution.
So why do users come to use Hero and EMIS? There are many reasons (most of which are documented in our 50 reasons private GPs use EMIS articles here), but in particular GPs want to use EMIS for:
When it comes to Hero and practice administration, practices appreciate:
Almost all GPs agree that EMIS offers a safer clinical solution for seeing patients, the critical thing to consider is 'do you want to migrate system in 2 years time when your business has grown?' or do you simply want to start out with a best in class tech solution? If you're ready to get going with EMIS and Hero, or if you want to migrate from Semble to EMIS, get in touch.