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Neurology in the electronic information age.

N A Busis1

  • 1University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA. nab@neuroguide.com

European Journal of Neurology
|June 11, 1999
PubMed
Summary

The Internet offers neurologists valuable tools for patient care, teaching, and research, enhancing traditional methods. Addressing challenges like security and usability will make the Internet an essential medical device.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Medical Informatics
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • The turn of the millennium marked a pivotal time for integrating the Internet into medical practice.
  • Neurology, like other medical fields, faced the challenge of leveraging emerging digital technologies.
  • Understanding the Internet's potential was crucial for advancing clinical care, education, and research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the status and potential applications of the Internet in neurology at the millennium's start.
  • To identify key Internet resources beneficial for neurologists' professional activities.
  • To discuss challenges and future prospects of Internet integration in neurological practice.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing Internet resources and protocols relevant to medical applications.
  • Enumeration of potential uses for neurologists and patients.
  • Discussion of technological and practical issues hindering widespread adoption.

Main Results:

  • Electronic communication and access to knowledge bases are currently the most valuable Internet resources for neurologists.
  • Internet applications supplement traditional medical practices, offering benefits unmet by non-electronic media.
  • Key areas for improvement include usability, security, data validity, and demonstrating value/outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • The Internet holds significant promise for enhancing neurology and medicine.
  • Overcoming infrastructure and usability challenges is essential for 'just-in-time' medical care.
  • The Internet is poised to become an indispensable tool in future medical practice.

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