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Utility of palmtop computers in a residency program: a pilot study.

Brent W Beasley1

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, University of Missouri in Kansas City, USA.

Southern Medical Journal
|February 16, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Internal medicine residents found palmtop (handheld) computers useful for daily tasks, including patient tracking and accessing medical information. Despite initial technical challenges, residents adapted these devices to their specific needs during the residency program.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education Technology
  • Digital Health Tools

Background:

  • Increasing internet accessibility and technological advancements necessitate evaluating new tools for medical training.
  • The integration of digital information in healthcare requires understanding resident adoption patterns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the utility and adoption of palmtop computers among internal medicine residents.
  • To identify specific applications and challenges encountered by residents using handheld devices.

Main Methods:

  • An 8-month pilot study was conducted with nine internal medicine residents and their program director.
  • Participants utilized palmtop computers equipped with synchronization and internet capabilities within a university-community hospital setting.

Main Results:

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  • Residents adopted palmtops for diverse functions including patient tracking, information retrieval, note-taking, and scheduling.
  • After 8 months, daily use became routine, though technical issues like modem connectivity and platform compatibility persisted.
  • Residents demonstrated adaptability in utilizing palmtops for personalized needs.

Conclusions:

  • Palmtop computers offer significant value within residency programs.
  • Internal medicine residents can effectively integrate and adapt handheld technology to enhance their training and daily workflow.