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Emory Hillandale Hospital Becomes First in U.S. to Operate Fully on Apple Ecosystem

The 100-bed Georgia facility has integrated Apple devices with Epic Systems’ EHR software to enhance cybersecurity, clinician workflows, and patient engagement.

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Overview

  • Emory Hillandale Hospital in Lithonia, Georgia, is the first U.S. hospital to fully adopt Apple’s ecosystem, including iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, iMac, and Mac mini.
  • Apple devices are integrated with Epic Systems’ electronic health record (EHR) software, streamlining workflows and enabling real-time data sharing for care teams.
  • The transition was catalyzed by a 2024 CrowdStrike update that paralyzed over 20,000 devices, while Apple products remained operational, showcasing their reliability.
  • A pilot program on one hospital floor received overwhelmingly positive feedback from clinicians, leading to the full rollout across the 100-bed facility.
  • Patients now have bedside iPads running the MyChart Bedside app, giving them access to medical records, care plans, and communication tools to stay engaged in their care.