The short answer
Yes. You can choose Fast Track, Emergency or Ward Round before recording and switch while reviewing the clinical note. The headings and organisation will change, but the facts of the encounter should not. Compare the new draft with the reviewed transcript and any corrections you made.
Choose a starting structure
The new-note screen lets the doctor select Fast Track, Emergency or Ward Round. Use the setting that fits the encounter and the reader of the final record. A focused injury note and an inpatient progress review need different headings, even when both begin with voice.
Change workflow on the review screen
On the review screen, select another workflow and use Change workflow to regenerate the note. Then read the new version in full: moving information between sections can also expose an omission or a changed meaning. Pay particular attention to age, anatomical side, medicines, investigation status and disposition.
If you manually corrected a sentence, confirm the new version still expresses that correction. The transcript and context are the source to resolve a disagreement between versions.
Compare versions by clinical meaning
Compare the versions for clinical meaning, not just length. Each material fact should still be present, under a sensible heading and with the same level of certainty. Removing repetition can improve a note; losing an observation, negative finding, response to treatment or follow-up cannot.
Common questions
Does changing workflow change the transcript?
It changes the generated note structure. Check the reviewed transcript as the source of facts.
Should I keep both versions?
Use the reviewed version that best serves the authorised clinical record and your workplace process.
Sources and product details
These guides describe DictaMed’s current workflow and general documentation principles. Follow your workplace policy and use clinical judgement for each patient.