​Portland Gastroenterology Center’s Local Choice for IT Services: Winxnet

 

MAINE, January 5, 2012 — In today’s business world the outsource model is no longer synonymous with off-shoring. Organizations choosing to outsource their IT experience increased cost savings, a return to focus on core business, improved quality, access to talent and innovation, operational expertise, and capacity management. Such is the case with Portland Gastroenterology Center (PGC), which chose Winxnet to supply its IT needs.  This local partnership brings together one of New England’s largest gastroenterology facilities with a leading provider of consulting, application development, and network services.

 

Having previously partnered with PGC to provide a network assessment, Winxnet’s experience with healthcare IT and its extensive understanding of PGC’s needs led to a comprehensive technology management solution Winxnet delivers to PGC 24/7/365. Says Melissa Gousse, PGC’s practice administrator, “In this fast paced technology world it is important to stay at the forefront. We have entrusted Winxnet with all of our IT needs because their team is professional and provides a high level of IT knowledge. Winxnet is the expert in IT and PGC is the expert in GI healthcare. PGC is confident in its partnership with Winxnet.”

 

By choosing Winxnet, PGC experiences gains in coverage, including exclusive access to Winxnet’s help desk and a 24/7/365 remote monitoring system that watches over PGC’s network devices and applications. Acting as the Virtual CIO for PGC, Winxnet is also providing advanced services around inventory management, proactive preparedness for a changing healthcare environment, and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) planning and guidance.  

 

"We're pleased that PGC chose to expand its partnership with Winxnet for its broader technology support and strategy needs," said Jason Lenardson, Winxnet’s COO. "They are part of a growing number of medical practices that see the value in delegating their IT to us. We understand and respond to their needs, allowing PGC to deliver on its mission: to provide high quality, compassionate care to patients and to maximize the professional and academic potential of its physicians and staff."

 

A Premier Microsoft Certified Partner, Winxnet provides complete IT solutions for businesses, with a focus on Unified Communications (VoIP), .NET application design and development, SharePoint consulting and customization, and Systems Management (managed services). Founded in 1999 Winxnet has offices in Portland, ME; Chattanooga, TN; New Hampshire and Massachusetts.  For additional information, visit www.winxnet.com.

 

Portland Gastroenterology Center is one of New England’s largest gastroenterology facilities and Maine’s first gastroenterology practice with an AAAHC-accredited endoscopy unit. Its staff includes nine board-certified gastroenterologists in addition to nearly 70 clinical and administrative personnel. As participants in numerous research projects, Portland Gastroenterology Center’s doctors have access to the latest techniques and technology. For additional information, visit www.portlandgastro.com.