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I have an EMR system--now what?

Bryan P Bergeron¹

¹Medical Informatics Laboratory, Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, CLN 309, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA. bergeronbryan@yahoo.com

The Journal of Medical Practice Management : MPM

|January 31, 2007

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Implementing an electronic medical record (EMR) system requires careful consideration of vendor support, user training, and realistic expectations for successful clinical integration and long-term benefits.

Area of Science:

Health Informatics
Clinical Practice Management
Information Technology in Healthcare

Background:

Implementing an electronic medical record (EMR) system is a foundational step for realizing technological benefits in clinical settings.
Successful integration hinges on both system capabilities and internal practice dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify key markers for successful electronic medical record (EMR) system integration into clinical practices.
To outline critical internal and external factors influencing the adoption and effectiveness of EMR systems.

Main Methods:

Analysis of critical success factors for EMR implementation.
Identification of essential vendor-related and internal practice-related markers.

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Main Results:

Key external markers include minimal vendor customization, scalability, and robust vendor support.
Essential internal markers encompass comprehensive training, user adoption, staff proactivity, and realistic return on investment expectations.

Conclusions:

Successful EMR integration depends on a holistic approach, addressing technological, vendor, and human factors.
Proactive management of internal resources and expectations is crucial for maximizing EMR system benefits.