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Welcome to UCLA Health!

We want to ensure that you have everything you need and are set up for success at UCLA.

Here are a few tools that you might find helpful:

laptop Guide for remote work

With most of our community working remotely, we have put together a comprehensive guide to connecting to our network wherever you're working from.

call Guide to Spok mobile paging

We've transitioned from physical pagers to Spok mobile, a smartphone application, which provides the ability for secure two-way communication.

videocam Guide for Zoom security

While Zoom for UCLA Health is already HIPAA-compliant, we need all Zoom users to help us maintain optimal security.

Getting started

During your time at UCLA Health, you will utilize several UCLA Health systems and applications.

When working onsite, you will have computers available for use with pre-installed applications that are secure and connected to theUCLA Health network.Personal devices are able to connect to our secure network by utilizing our Virtual Private Network (VPN) and the applications listed below.

By completing the following steps, you will be able to access training, files, and applications securely and safely from anywhere.

DUO for Multi-Factor Authenticationadds extra security by asking you for another piece of information via your cell phone, tablet or land line.

Please note,UCLA has two DUO accounts:

  1. UCLA Health Sciences IT for Mednet accounts
  2. UCLA Logon for Bruin Online (BOL) accounts

How to enroll into DUO for UCLA Health Sciences for Mednet Accounts

Off Site and away from UCLA Health Secure Wi-Fi: If you arenot connected to the UCLA Health network, call Customer Care at 310-267-CARE(2273)before attempting to create a Mednet password, enroll in coursework or log into Mednet email because DUO must be established first.Specialists are available 24/7 to enroll you in Duo. Please be aware that Customer Care Specialists will confirm your identity prior to enrolling you into Duo.

On UCLA Health Network or connected to UCLA Health Secure Wi-Fi: If you are connected through the UCLA Health network, you can self-enroll into Duo and manage your device(s) through theMulti-Factor Authentication Self Enrollment Portal.

Note: On Network means that you are connected to UCLA Health Secure Wi-Fi, using a computer workstation physically connected at a UCLA Health facility, or connected by Global Protect VPN when offsite.

You need tochange your passwordfor Mednet account from the temporary password provided to you.

If you do not have your temporary password, please call Customer Care at (310) 267-CARE(2273).Specialists are available 24/7 to assist you. Please be aware that Customer Care Specialists will confirm your identity prior to enrolling you into Duo and/or providing you a temporary password.

Log into Cornerstone

You are required to complete the CareConnect training inCornerstone,UCLA Health'slearning management system (LMS).CareConnectis UCLA's electronic health record (EHR) program.

Access to CareConnect is granted within 48 hours after both of the following have been completed:

  1. Successful completion of your required CareConnect training course(s), course evaluationand
  2. A CareConnect template has been applied to your account profile

Start eLearnings on Cornerstone

Note for Residents:New Residents are assigned required courses which will appear on the "My Transcript".Access Training Guidelines for Residentsfor list of required training based on experience and department.

Click below based on your roleand log into Cornerstone with Mednet username and password.
Resident and Fellows

Inpatient PhysicianOutpatient PhysicianOutpatient Non-Ordering Physician & Counselor

  1. Log intoCornerstonewithMednet usernameandpassword
  2. You may have to click onOpen Curriculum
  3. Click onView DetailstoLaunchyour eLearning Course

CareConnect Training Resources

Training Guidelines

At UCLA, you will utilize CareConnect, our electronic medical record (EMR) system. Access to CareConnect requiresyou complete training prior to your arrival. By doing so, we can ensure you start your clinical training with the proper tools and skills to use CareConnect effectively.

  • CareConnect Providers Resources and Updates →
  • CareConnect Home Page→
  • CareConnect Remote Training →

Training Playground (TPLY)

As you are taking your CareConnect eLearning, in order to practice the tools you have learnedlog into the CareConnect Training Playground (TPLY).

  1. To launchTPLY, go tohttps://webapps.ccnet.ucla.edu/vpn/index.htm
  2. Log in with yourAD username and password
  3. Accept yourDuonotification

To launch theTPLY icon, you will need to haveCitrix Workspace installed. (See "Step 4 - Install Citrix"below for instructions.)

How to access Training Playground (TPLY)TPLY Logins
Training Resources

CareConnect websitehas tip sheets, eLearnings, and other resources. While on CareConnect website, you can view:

  • CareConnect Highly Recommended Training Contentare available with links to training materials to help you customize CareConnect to work effectively for you.
    View highly recommended training content list
  • CareConnect Training Dashboardsare available to access training information while on CareConnect for a majority of roles.
    More information in how to use CareConnect Training Dashboards
  • CareConnectUpdatesare email notification updates onupcoming changes and releases of new features are sent via email and posted online.
    View CareConnect Updates
  1. Go to CareConnect Remote and view instructions on how to install Citrix on the homepage:
    CareConnect Remote
  2. After downloading Citrix, log intoCareConnect Remotewith your Mednet username and password.
    Note: You will needDUO for multi-factor authentication.

Patient Information is Confidential:Your access to patient medical records allows you to view patient information through a variety of systems. This information is highly confidential. Access to patient information is on a clinical need to know basis only. Online patient information inquiries and updates are monitored and audited, and you may be contacted to justify your access. All HIPAA regulations apply, and inappropriate use could lead to disciplinary action, fines, termination, and/or criminal prosecution.

All desktops and laptops accessing our secure internal wireless network,UCLAHealthSecure Wi-Fi, requires disk encryption, verificationby OnGuard, and Trellix Endpoint Security (HX).For instructions and download links, visit theDevice Security Toolkit.

For encryption information on using USB Removable Media and Storage Devices→

If you are looking to buy a personal device to use for remote work, please take a moment to review the computing requirements to ensure your device can run the software required to connect to our network.Review computing requirements →

Trellix Endpoint Security (HX),an endpoint detection and response software, is required for all devices (personal computers and UCLA Health issued devices) accessing our VPN or UCLAHealthSecure wireless network.

Install Trellix Endpoint Security

For remote access to UCLA Health systems and applicationsthat require a direct connection to the network, download Global Protect VPN.
Log into GlobalProtect VPN

Note: GlobalProtect VPN Portal is only accessible when disconnected from the Mednet network.

Learn more about Global Protect VPN →

Note: You DO NOT need VPN access or encryption to log into:

You will still be able to access both with your Mednet AD name and password and authenticating in with Duo.

Clinicians are granted VPN access after your Mednet account is activated. If you have issues logging into VPN, please contact Customer Care by opening a ticket or call (310) 267-CARE(2273).

When you are at UCLA Health facilities,UCLAHealthSecure Wireless Networkprovides secure, encrypted access to Mednet internal resources and the internet for devices with the appropriate wireless capabilities.

While onsite, OnGuard will check if your computer is properly encrypted and allow you to connect to UCLAHealthSecure Wirelessand wired network.

Windows:Download OnGuard|Install Instructions

MacOS:Download OnGuard|Install Instructions

If you have issues after installation of OnGuard, please reboot your entire workstation.If you continue to have issues after rebooting, please contact Customer Care at(310) 267-CARE(2273).

For Personal Mobile Device

Install Intelligent Hub (AirWatch), ourMobile Device Management software.

  • Instructions: iOS | Android

Intelligent Hub also provides aconvenient way to access and download a repository of mobile apps used at UCLA.

Learn how to install apps with Hub app

You can then downloadUCLA Health recommended appsdirectly from this catalog: e.g., Box for EMM, Canto/Haiku, and Fluency Direct.

For UCLA Health Mobile Device

Visit Guide for UCLA Health iPhone

Additional Resources

TheUniversity of California’s policy and Employee Agreement Concerning the Use of Electronic Communication Resourcesprovides guidance as to the appropriate circ*mstances for University purchase of electronic communications resources for use by employees outside of the workplace.

Request an iPhone
Learn more aboutUCLA Health iPhone

To purchase a department-funded computer, you'll need to submit a request to the ISS or DGIT purchasing department.

Submit a request ticket

DGIT has compiled a list of hardware recommendations to help you get the device that best suits your needs. Check out theHardware Recommendation page →

Note for residents and house staff:

If you are looking to buy a personal device with the CIR/SEIU negotiated education funds, we recommend purchasing UCLA Health-compliant models through theASUCLA Computer Storefor negotiated pricing.

Before purchasing, remember to review the computing requirements to ensure your device can run the software required to connect to our network.Review computing requirements →

Intelligent Hub provides a convenient way to access and download a repository of mobile apps used at UCLA Health. The Intelligent Hub will be available to you once you enroll your mobile device in Intelligent Hub.

For more information, review Mobile Device Management

Popular Mobile Applications

Epic Haiku and Canto

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Epic Haiku and Canto are handheld applications that focus on physicians review workflows. Haiku is designed for use with the Apple iPhone, iPod, iPad, as well as with Android smartphones. Canto is designed for use with the apple iPad. Haiku and Canto’s activities provide physicians with the detailed reports they need to make clinical decisions. The applications also offer physicians the ability to view, and in some cases interact with, specific clinical information. Haiku and Canto are both free downloads which can be found within the U App Catalog application. First, you must download Intelligent Hub onto your mobile device. Follow the steps below:

Download Instructions

When setting up Epic Haiku and Canto, enter the below settings:

  • Server – epicmobile.ccnet.ucla.edu
  • Path – haikuproxyprd
  • HTTPS – turn it on

Epic Haiku allows forsecure textingon mobile devices giving you additional flexibility when interacting with colleagues from a remote location. Learn more about Epic Haiku →

Fluency Direct

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UCLA offers real-time speech dictation to all providers (attendings, fellows, residents, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and social workers) through a product called Fluency Direct.

Learn more about Fluency Direct

For an Epic compatible dictation application,you will need to request access by calling Customer Care at (310) 267-CARE (2273) and through your department.Tip sheets and training are available to facilitate training.

View additional mobile applications on Intelligent Hub →

UpToDate provides hundreds of patient information topics, allowing patients and healthcare providers to share in the decision making process.

How to log into UpToDate

  1. You must be connected to UCLA network in order to launch UpToDate website. If you are currently off-site, viewstep 7above to establish VPN access.
  2. Go toUpToDate website. Alternatively, you can
    • A link to UpToDate website is on the Mednet homepage under Medical Referencesdropdown.

    • If you are launching UpToDate from inside CareConnect, please follow thistipsheet.
  3. Click Register to create your account
  4. Once you are logged into the website, you can then log into the UpToDate app on your mobile device with the username and password you created.
    • Do not select "Institutional Account" on the log in screen.
  5. Note: You must log in every 90 days from a computer on the UCLA Network to keep your account active.

Video Visits provide a secure way for doctors to connect with their patients, when appropriate, without the hassle of them having to driving into the office, hospital or clinic. All you need is an internet connection and access to a device with video and audio capabilities, such as a computer, tablet or smartphone. You can have a real-time, face-to-face discussion with your patients just as you would during an office visit or on the beside. Learn more about Video Visits for Groups, Inpatient Bedside, and Outpatient Clinics

Featured services

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Advanced Malware Protection

Trellix (formally known as FireEye HX) an Advanced Malware Protection tool is part of a family of proactive cybersecurity tools that help manage and reduce cybersecurity risk at UCLA Health.

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Box

Box offers unlimitedHIPAA-compliant data storage that is free and easy to use.

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Microsoft 365

UCLA Health employees now have the ability to install Microsoft 365 on up to five devices.

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Mednet Email

Login to view your Mednet email online.

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Microsoft Teams

Teams is a workspace that brings people across UCLA Health, or within your department, together to communicate and collaborate.

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Zoom

Use Zoom to schedule, start, and join HIPAA-compliant online meetings. Zoom is free to UCLA Health staff with valid Mednet AD credentials.

Clinical services and resources

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MedHub

Healthcare Education Management application used for evaluations, logging of work hours and your departmental training requirements.

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Access CareConnect through smartphones and tablets: Using Epic apps -- Haiku and Canto -- and by using Citrix Receiver.

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CareConnect Image Viewers (PACS)

CareConnect image viewers (PACS) provide economical storage and convenient access to images from multiple modalities and eliminates the need to manually file, retrieve, or transport film jackets.

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UpToDate

A clinician decision support resource designed for evidence based care. See additional information in Additional Resources.

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Vocera Vina

A communication application that allows secure messages, calls, and alerts. Nursing units and Ancillary inpatient areas will be or currently utilizing Vocera Vina.

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Library's Clinical Resources

View biomedical, health and life science resources available at UCLA Biomedical Library.

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FAQs

What eMR does UCLA Health use? ›

At UCLA, you will utilize CareConnect, our electronic medical record (EMR) system. Access to CareConnect requires you complete training prior to your arrival. By doing so, we can ensure you start your clinical training with the proper tools and skills to use CareConnect effectively.

Does UCLA use Epic? ›

UCLA Health currently participates in the following HIE: Epic's Care Everywhere (Link is external) (Link opens in new window), which allows your provider to query other treatment centers that use Epic platforms for electronic medical record keeping.

What is the phone number for UCLA care connect? ›

Questions? Call Customer Care! 310-267-CARE (2273). Specialists are available 24/7 to provide support.

How do I contact UCLA Mednet customer care? ›

Quick Links
  1. phone Call 310-267-CARE.
  2. book Submit a ticket.
  3. email Email.
  4. person Visit IT Connect.
  5. search Browse IT Portal.

What EMR does Kaiser use? ›

KP HealthConnect, which is based on software from Epic, allows thousands of Kaiser Permanente clinicians in outpatient and inpatient settings to securely record, access, and share data about the health of 8.6 million patients covered by Kaiser Permanente's health plans.

What EMR system does Stanford hospital use? ›

EPIC & CLINICAL SYSTEMS ACCESS.

What is the difference between Epic and Cerner? ›

Both solutions offer telehealth services such as virtual visits and online scheduling. Epic provides more functionality for online estimates and pricing, while Cerner's interface is a bit more difficult to manage.

Why are hospitals switching to Epic? ›

"It is not a coincidence many big health systems are moving to Epic," said Scott Arnold, executive vice president and CIO of Tampa (Fla.) General Hospital. "The scale and interoperability available with Epic make it attractive to big systems that may struggle with those elements.

What hospitals use Epic in California? ›

Among many others, Epic provides electronic record systems for Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, the Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins Hospital, UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, and all Mayo Clinic campuses.

Is CareConnect the same as Epic? ›

CareConnect is a Loma Linda University Health program which allows us to extend our Epic EHR system to your facilities. Through CareConnect, Loma Linda University Health and all of our affiliate partners benefit from a single, shared EHR.

Does UCLA Health have an app? ›

Get 24/7 Access to Your Medical Information with myUCLAhealth and the MyChart app. Whether you're at work, on the road or at home, you can now actively manage your appointments, communicate securely with your care team, view test results, and much more.

What is UCLA Care Extenders? ›

The Care Extender Program provides opportunities for volunteers to experience Health Care, from a clinical perspective, through patient contact and volunteer involvement. Care Extenders gain first-hand experience on the role of healthcare providers by volunteering in various departments throughout the medical centers.

How do I file a complaint against UCLA Health? ›

If you want to file a grievance with UCLA Health, you may do so in writing, or by calling: The Office of the Patient Experience (310) 267-9113(Link opens phone app) Stewart & Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA Patient Relations (310) 267-9092.

Does UCLA take patients without insurance? ›

UCLA Health is committed to helping eligible patients who are not able to pay for all or part of their care. UCLA Health's commitment to our mission and vision includes providing financial assistance up to a 100% discount to eligible patients who are low income, uninsured or under-insured.

What does UCLA Health stand for? ›

UCLA Health is the public healthcare system affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles, located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises a number of hospitals, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, and an extensive primary care network in the Los Angeles region.

Does UCLA use Cerner? ›

Rotations at UCLA-Olive View, our continuity clinic in Mid-Valley, and our OB rotation at CHMC use a Cerner-based EMR.

Which EMR is used by hospitals? ›

Different hospitals will use different EMR systems, depending on their needs and preferences. However, some of the most popular EMR systems used in hospitals include Epic, Cerner, and MEDITECH.

What EMR system does university hospital use? ›

CLEVELAND – University Hospitals (UH) completed the transition to the Epic electronic health record (EHR) over the weekend. More than 5.6 million patient records and scheduling systems were converted to one unified EHR across the health system.

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