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The application of future technologies to medical informatics
1Orlando Health Care Group, FL.
Physician Executive
|December 9, 1993
Summary
Bridging the gap between medicine and technology requires specialized knowledge. While basic computer skills are attainable, developing critical healthcare IT systems demands extensive postgraduate education.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Computer Science
- Health Information Technology
Background:
- Healthcare professionals often face a knowledge gap when discussing technical requirements with IT experts.
- Medical terminology and complex IT concepts can be difficult to translate between fields.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the disparity in knowledge between medical professionals and technologists.
- To emphasize the extensive training required for developing sophisticated healthcare IT systems.
Main Methods:
- Illustrative dialogue between a physician and a technologist showcasing terminology differences.
- Analogy comparing medical education to the learning curve for advanced IT system development.
Main Results:
- Conversations between medical and technical experts can be hindered by specialized jargon.
- Mastering 95% of medical cases is achievable with basic training, but the remaining 5% requires extensive postgraduate education.
Conclusions:
- Significant expertise and advanced training are essential for creating robust, mission-critical healthcare IT systems.
- A deep understanding of both medicine and computer science is necessary for effective health information technology development.