Creating the nucleus of an electronic health record: benefits, challenges and successes in establishing a client registry
Background: A major challenge in the organization of an increasingly complex healthcare system is the maintenance or health records. The introduction of computers and the internet has provided a means for a significantly more efficient system of record keeping. It has been recommended that each Cana...
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ftmemorialuniv:oai:research.library.mun.ca:8700 2023-10-01T03:57:35+02:00 Creating the nucleus of an electronic health record: benefits, challenges and successes in establishing a client registry Rees, Michelle Lana 2009 application/pdf https://research.library.mun.ca/8700/ https://research.library.mun.ca/8700/1/Rees_MichelleLana.pdf en eng Memorial University of Newfoundland https://research.library.mun.ca/8700/1/Rees_MichelleLana.pdf Rees, Michelle Lana <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Rees=3AMichelle_Lana=3A=3A.html> (2009) Creating the nucleus of an electronic health record: benefits, challenges and successes in establishing a client registry. Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland. thesis_license Thesis NonPeerReviewed 2009 ftmemorialuniv 2023-09-03T06:47:00Z Background: A major challenge in the organization of an increasingly complex healthcare system is the maintenance or health records. The introduction of computers and the internet has provided a means for a significantly more efficient system of record keeping. It has been recommended that each Canadian should have a personal electronic health record (EHR) that both they and their physician can access. EHRs have been linked with potential benefits that include more accurate and complete health records and a resultant higher standard of patient safety. Such a record is being built in Newfoundland and Labrador and across Canada. A unique personal identifier-based client registry is an essential and primary building block in the creation and implementation of the electronic record . An interoperable EHR could benefit from an overview of the challenges that are faced in the establishment of this type of registry. -- Aims: This study was designed to assess the perceived benefits and challenges of the initial implementation of the client registry in the province. and to describe the opinions and experiences of those who work closely with the registry. -- Methods: A questionnaire was distributed to and a focus group conducted with the Health Records Directors in the province. In addition. in-depth interviews were conducted with key individuals involved in the development and maintenance of the registry. Participants were chose n based on their knowledge and experience in dealing with health records, client registry output, and registry creation. -- Findings: The participants agree d that the creation of the client registry in Newfoundland and Labrador is beneficial to both the government and residents of this province. Benefits discussed by participants include improved standards, cost savings and data quality. The challenges discussed include technical issues and the difficulty in establishing funding and support. -- Implications and Recommendations: The findings are discussed with reference to lessons learned. and ... Thesis Newfoundland Memorial University of Newfoundland: Research Repository Newfoundland Canada |
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Background: A major challenge in the organization of an increasingly complex healthcare system is the maintenance or health records. The introduction of computers and the internet has provided a means for a significantly more efficient system of record keeping. It has been recommended that each Canadian should have a personal electronic health record (EHR) that both they and their physician can access. EHRs have been linked with potential benefits that include more accurate and complete health records and a resultant higher standard of patient safety. Such a record is being built in Newfoundland and Labrador and across Canada. A unique personal identifier-based client registry is an essential and primary building block in the creation and implementation of the electronic record . An interoperable EHR could benefit from an overview of the challenges that are faced in the establishment of this type of registry. -- Aims: This study was designed to assess the perceived benefits and challenges of the initial implementation of the client registry in the province. and to describe the opinions and experiences of those who work closely with the registry. -- Methods: A questionnaire was distributed to and a focus group conducted with the Health Records Directors in the province. In addition. in-depth interviews were conducted with key individuals involved in the development and maintenance of the registry. Participants were chose n based on their knowledge and experience in dealing with health records, client registry output, and registry creation. -- Findings: The participants agree d that the creation of the client registry in Newfoundland and Labrador is beneficial to both the government and residents of this province. Benefits discussed by participants include improved standards, cost savings and data quality. The challenges discussed include technical issues and the difficulty in establishing funding and support. -- Implications and Recommendations: The findings are discussed with reference to lessons learned. and ... |
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