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The conundrum of patient records
1Lott Health Information Consulting Services, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Abstract:
Examines issues and concerns surrounding the management of patient information in the form of health records, such as accessibility, privacy, security, confidentiality, ownership and eventual disposal. Discusses the effects of health reform on the management of patient information, especially regionalization in Saskatchewan, and advances in technology. Concludes that it is incumbent on health-care professionals to show leadership and set guidelines since technology will outstrip legislation.