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MT Monthly April 1996
Review by Mary Morken
This issue includes:
--A lead article on Writing Edge Systems training for MT use of steno, created by Kim Fenton, court reporter. Call 800, 659-4693 for more information. Excellent for court reporters switching to MT. Takes $1200+ and some months to get up to speed.
--Lots of humor including an operative note of a sick computer.
--A proofreading contest.
--Definition, treatment and drug list on ADHD.
--Review of HPI's new Lab and Path book.
--Brian Taylor's continuing series, this time on how the telephone is only as strong as its weakest link, and the four types of data it carries.
--Mental health drugs list.
--Vaccinations list.
--Pat Bowen's words on being professional: Commitment, Caring and Change.
--Cynthia Lewis on creating a complete backup or "redundant" system with a transfer software, such as Laplink.
--Long list of new terms.
--Success secrets, good guide words.
--Invitation to MTs to contribute to MT Monthly, receive four free copies.
--Call 800, 951-5559 to subscribe to MT Monthly.

March 1996, by Mary Morken:
This issue carries the second in the series on business and technology by Brian Taylor. He discusses analyzing services and costs in detail before bidding for an account, and states that years of experience, references, reputation and expertise will be important in winning bids. The article on technology defines the term "systems", comparing computer systems to kitchen systems. April's topic will be telecommunications.

An article on errors and omissions insurance by Diane Heath presents AAMT's case for recommending it in the face of clients requiring it and the liabilities of using faxes and computer transmission of documents.

Clint Martin recommends that MTs graduate to Windows and MS Word to be ready for the future. With some rollicking good humor, an error-finding contest and a hefty list of new terms and drugs, Jennifer has done it again. This is a journal you can count on for valuable information in "paper reality" even if you are an online researcher.

February 1996, by Mary Morken:
1. An article by Brian Taylor on the basics of running an efficient, quality healthcare-related business: The customer, the service and the process. Questions to help you think.
2. Bloopers
3. Where to find MTs online.
4. Advice on how to use E-mail.
5. Benefits to both hospitals and MTs of sending MTs home.
6. Using steno for fast transcription.
7. New medications
8. An article by Brian Taylor encouraging a can-do attitude about learning to use new technology.
9. Quality checklist used in a hospital MT department.
10. Review of a book about making yourself indispensable.
11. Notes from hospital MTs with supervisors and good incentive plans.
12. Should you start a business? Questions to help you know if you have what it takes.
13. Ob/Gyn drug list.
14. MT Monthly has the new terms they have published for the last year compiled on disk for $15.
15. Jokes from "A Chuckle a Day."
16. New terms and new drugs.
MT Monthly, August 1995
by Joella Seiwert

MT Monthly has once again provided it's readers with 16 pages of informative articles in the August, 1995 issue. Inside this edition you can find:

1. An article about the Microsoft Natural Keyboard by Jennifer Martin. Jennifer provides useful information for those wanting to try this ergonomic keyboard including a source for keyboard drawers that will accommodate this new size and style of keyboard.

2. Readers can enter a contest to find the transcription errors in five different sentences. The winner will receive a Williams & Wilkins word book.

3. A column of transcription bloopers, sure to bring a smile to any MTs face.

4. "Biopsy Reports" by Edward O. Uthman, MD. This is an in-depth article discussing the types of biopsiesand specimen processing.

5. "Pathological Examination; A glossary of important diagnostic terms" by Edward O. Uthman, MD. This is a very thorough description of many different pathology terms. Key words are in bold throughout for easy reference.

6. A short article by Karl Dockray, MD, describing his homemade transcription software.

7. Burnie Kite writes a letter to the editors about his wife, Barbara Kite. Barbara completed a 10-month MT course and is successfully working at home.

8. Seven different style questions are answered in detail. Two of these are information on gravida/para and the use of periods in abbreviations of measure. Readers can mail or fax questions to be answered in future issues.

9. "Strictly for Newbies" by Cynthia Ann Lewis. A two page article with many helpful tips for MTs who have just completed training and are preparing to enter the working world. This article also contains valuable information for even experienced MTs who are thinking about obtaining their own accounts.

10. Part I of a review of "Windows 95" by Clint Martin. Clint gives very useful information including minimum system requirements. He also provides an example of "what does that mean for you" and tells how you can make icons for your directories. Part II of his article will appear in the September 1995 issue.

11. "A Word to the Wise", a collection of 38 medical terms, equipment and procedures. Complete definitions are provided.

12. A drug page listing 18 different drugs, including brand names, generic games and indication/dosing information for each. New drugs are set in bold for easy identification.

13. A humorous article by Brian Taylor about the evolution of his lives all the way from a frog up to a medical transcriptionist.

"MT Monthly" is published 12 times a year by Computer Systems Management.
Phone 1-800-951-5559 or 816-628-3013
The editor, Jennifer Martin, can be reached through e-mail at jennifer@mtmonthly.com

Review of MT Monthly, July 1995
by Joella Seiwert
The July 1995 issue of MT Monthly contains 16 pages packed with valuable information. It has something for every MT, whether they are independent contractors, employees, work at home or in the office. The following articles can be found in this issue:

1. A listing of terminology related to prostate cancer and benign prostatic hypertrophy; both terms and definitions are given.
2. An article contributed by some of the MTs from Prodigy offering their tips on "What format for saving files do you find most beneficial".
3. Evelyn J. Graham, Business Issues Advisor, has a very informative article on "Transcription Productivity Tips" and also addresses the issue of "How do I market my transcription services in a low cost/low price medical transcription market".
4. A Letter to the Editor from Claudia Roett addressing an article which appeared previously in "MT Monthly"--"Are there some dues to pay before becoming independent?". Ms. Roett offers her experience and agrees with the article.
5. A column of some very amusing transcription bloopers.
6. A reprint of an article from the book, "How to Fireproof Your Career" by Anne Baber and Lynne Waymon.
7. Announcement of the July contest for "MT Monthly" subscribers. The winner will receive a free word book.
8. Marketing ideas for MTSOs and a review of the "Transcription Pricing Strategies Workshop".
9. A list of 32 herbs and the medical conditions for which they are used. Also, another list of 148 herbs listed by name only.
10. A discussion of fax/modems.
11. Fifteen MTs answer the question, "What is your favorite drug reference".
12. A very humorous calendar entitled "STAT Dictation Calendar for 1995", submitted by Toni McArthur. Every MT will be able to relate to this!
13. An article with words and definitions of "Vestibular Disorders and Related Terminology."
14. Pat Bowen, CMT, contributes an article on "Gossip-Truth-Hearsay-Opinion!".
15. A listing of 25 new terminology words. Included are equipment, drugs and procedures. Definitions are included.
16. Eighteen drugs are listed on the back cover. Both brand names and generic names are provided, along with indication/dosing information. New additions to the list are set in bold type for easy identification.
"MT Monthly" is published 12 times a year by Computer Systems Management.
Editor/Publisher Jennifer Martin can also be reached by E-mail at:
1-800-951-5559 or 816-628-3013, jennifer@mtmonthly.com

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