CONCLUSIONS: This method efficiently produces reliable and valid data. The multi-dimensional nature of the data collected provides greater insights into patterns of clinicians’ work and communication than has previously been possible using other methods. PMID: 18951838 [PubMed – as supplied … Continued
CONCLUSION: This was a small randomised controlled trial with inconclusive but encouraging results. It suggests a new approach in addressing insufficient adherence in outpatient conditions and shows that the use of information technology tools for compliance warrants further research. PMID: … Continued
CONCLUSION: We demonstrate the importance of this kind of field study to uncover unexpected possible sources of failure of acceptance of a new technology. Such kind of study should be held prior to the introduction of a new technology to … Continued
Conclusion: Despite a high level of support from the ED leadership and staff, a focused education effort, and implementation of an automated disease detection, the use of the paper-based asthma protocol remained low and time to patient disposition did not … Continued
CONCLUSIONS: These findings indicate that a considerable portion of respondents conduct their own internet searches for related dental information before seeking professional advice on dental care. Most of the respondents reported positive attitudes towards a web-based virtual reality program for … Continued
CONCLUSION: Healthcare information computerization in Japan is behind schedule because the introductory costs are high. For the computerization of healthcare information to be further promoted, prices of EMR systems should be lowered to a level which individual hospitals can afford. … Continued
As we approach the end of 40 years of publishing the International Journal of Medical Informatics, we are gratified with both the growth of our field and the growth of our journal. As hospitals, health systems, and governments have focused … Continued