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"The declaration of Innsbruck": some reflections
Jan L Talmon1, Elske Ammenwerth
1Department of Medical Informatics, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands. talmon@mi.unimaas.nl
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|April 28, 2005
Summary
The Declaration of Innsbruck, a 2003 workshop outcome, guides the evaluation of information and communication technology (ICT) in healthcare. This paper details activities supporting the declaration's vision for better healthcare technology integration.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Healthcare
Background:
- A 2003 workshop in Innsbruck, Austria, focused on evaluating ICT applications in healthcare.
- The workshop produced the "Declaration of Innsbruck," outlining a vision for technology in health services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elaborate on the "Declaration of Innsbruck."
- To discuss current supportive activities aimed at realizing the declaration's vision.
Main Methods:
- Review and discussion of the "Declaration of Innsbruck."
- Analysis of ongoing initiatives and supportive measures.
Main Results:
- Elaboration of the principles and goals set forth in the "Declaration of Innsbruck."
- Identification of key activities supporting the implementation of ICT in healthcare.
Conclusions:
- The "Declaration of Innsbruck" remains a relevant framework for advancing healthcare technology.
- Ongoing efforts are crucial for the successful integration and evaluation of ICT in healthcare settings.