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Electronic medical records: are physicians ready?
K H Dansky1, L D Gamm, J J Vasey
1Pennsylvania State University, University Park, USA. KXD9@psu.edu
Summary
Implementing electronic medical records (EMR) requires physician buy-in. Computer experience, anxiety, and organizational support significantly influence physician acceptance of EMR systems.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Medical Management
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) implementation necessitates significant workflow adjustments for healthcare professionals.
- Physician and staff acceptance is crucial for successful EMR adoption, yet resistance is common.
- Existing research indicates a gap in physician embrace of EMR technology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key attitudes and factors influencing EMR implementation success.
- To provide empirical support for a model of perceived EMR usefulness.
- To assess end-user attitudes as part of strategic EMR planning.
Main Methods:
- Utilized an integrative framework from job design and management information sciences.
- Developed and empirically tested a conceptual model of end-user acceptance of EMR.
- Assessed factors including computer experience, computer anxiety, and perceived organizational support.
Main Results:
- Computer experience, computer anxiety, and perceptions of organizational support predict positive physician and mid-level practitioner attitudes toward EMR.
- These factors are key predictors of the perceived usefulness of EMR systems.
- The study provides empirical validation for the proposed model of EMR acceptance.
Conclusions:
- Successful EMR implementation hinges on addressing physician and staff attitudes.
- Strategies should focus on pre-implementation computer engagement and robust organizational support.
- Assessing and managing end-user perceptions is vital for EMR adoption and effective healthcare delivery.