electronic medical records in canada, work org
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Project Report
IMSE 91-519, Work Organization-Analysis and Design
By
Syed Wiquar Husain
Mukesh Gupta
Jasjot Duggal
Syed Ahmed
Instructor:
Dr. Zbignew Pasek December 4, 2012 1
Electronic Medical Record Keeping Canada- A Case Study
Medical Record: A record of a patient's medical information (as medical history, care or treatments received, test results, diagnoses, and medications taken)
Electronic medical record: An electronic medical record (EMR) is a digital version of the traditional paper-based medical record for an individual. The EMR represents a medical record within a single facility, such as a doctor's office or a clinic.
Definition
Benefits of using EMR
Digital Storage: Capable of carrying much more information then traditional system
Ease of Access: Allows information to downloaded directly onto a PDA and authorized individual can access online from any location
Reduce costs: The initial cost of electronic medical record is very high but the overall cost in maintaining is less.
Benefits of using EMR
Increased Risk Management: Digital form help the physician to know the patient effectively and doing the medication accordingly.
Accuracy: Electronic medical record come with the features that make sure all the necessary information of patient is included in the form.
Quality: Faster and error free health care decisions on the part of the physician, and faster implementation of those decisions by support staff.
Global adoption of EMR
EMR Certification Process- Canada Health Infoway
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• Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
•Ambulatory Electronic Medical Record (aEMR)
• Client Registry
• Consumer Health Application
EMR Certification Process- Canada Health Infoway
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• Consumer Health Platform
• Diagnostic Imaging (DI)
• Drug Information System (DIS)
• Immunization Registry
• Provider Registry
EMR Progress by Provence and Territory
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Canada Health Infoway
Different EMR ModuleClient RegistryProvider RegistryDiagnostic ImagingDrugsLabsClinical Reports
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EMR Implementation across Canada
Provinces and territories are building and upgrading their EHR systems so they're consistent from one region to the next, each one is at a different stage of development
Six core types of databases need to be in place for a provincial EHR to be considered complete.
Of the six core types of databases that need to be completed, nine provinces already have at least four in place.
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EMR Implementation across Canada
EMR help in implementing Point-of-care systems in clinical practices across Canada. Many physicians, nurses and pharmacists are currently using electronic systems in their practices, providing them with a comprehensive electronic record of their patients’ pertinent health information.
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Recommendation for Adoption of EMR
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Organizational Approach to EMRBeware of the “Techno-Geek” LeaderOver enthusiastic about technologyChoice of sophisticated technologyFocus on transition of Work Culture
Anti - ChampionsShould be heardAnalyze their inhibitionsThey will eventually come with
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Organizational Approach to EMRPhysician – EMR Committee Well respected and aware Physicians
in the institutionResponsible for ImplementationMonthly meets to reflect back and
future decisions.Incentives to Physicians
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Organizational Approach to EMRSuper UsersEarly adoptersUse their clinics as Pilot SitesExpend extra resources for their
success
Office Staff Of PhysicianInvaluable information and Support for
EMRInvolvement is imperative
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Organizational Approach to EMROther Physician SupportHelp DeskImportant to have staff that understands technology.
Clinical LiaisonsVital link between Information system and Physician
EMR AssistantsData Entry
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Future
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Future Work: Continuous Patient Supervision on General Care Floors
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Conclusion
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References
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Thank You !
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Thank you !