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Medical student database development: a model for record management in a multi-departmental setting.

D M Vercillo1, K C Holmes, M J Pingree

  • 1University of Utah Medical Center, Salt Lake City 84132, USA.

Proceedings. AMIA Symposium
|November 24, 1999
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Medical schools can improve student record management by implementing a centralized database system. This approach enhances data accessibility, accuracy, and security for student information.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education Informatics
  • Health Information Management

Background:

  • Medical student data is often fragmented across paper records and multiple departments.
  • Inefficient data management hinders accessibility and accuracy of student information.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and implement a centralized, Internet-based database application for medical student records.
  • To assess the utility, security, and usability of the new system.

Main Methods:

  • Assessed departmental needs and identified existing student record-keeping practices.
  • Researched available database software in academic and private sectors.
  • Developed and deployed a custom Internet-based application.
  • Conducted user polling on system performance and potential expansion.

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Main Results:

  • The developed application met current requirements and allowed for future expansion.
  • User feedback indicated widespread approval regarding utility, security, stability, and ease of use.
  • Significant interest was shown in developing additional features for the system.

Conclusions:

  • Centralized database management offers substantial benefits for medical schools.
  • Implementing such systems can improve the overall management of student records.