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Developing trends in clinical computing.

E H Shortliffe1

  • 1Section on Medical Informatics, Stanford University School of Medicine, California 94305-5479.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|March 1, 1991
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Despite accessible technology, physician computer adoption remains low. This review highlights trends in clinical computing, like networks and integrated workstations, to overcome barriers and integrate computers into healthcare.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Clinical Computing Trends
  • Healthcare Technology Adoption

Background:

  • Personal computers and graphical interfaces became accessible in the 1980s, offering advanced computational power to clinicians.
  • Despite technological advancements, physicians demonstrated a low level of direct computer use in their practices.
  • This paper reviews the developing landscape of clinical computing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize developing trends in clinical computing.
  • To emphasize the potential of networks, optical storage, and integrated workstations.
  • To identify barriers and facilitators for computer implementation in clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Review of developing trends in clinical computing.
  • Emphasis on local and wide-access networks.

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  • Discussion of optical storage techniques and integrated workstations.

    • Main Results:

    • Most technologies for high-quality clinical computing tools are currently available.
    • Key trends include networks, optical storage, and integrated workstations.
    • Logistical, financial, and political factors are primary barriers to implementation.

    Conclusions:

    • Technological availability is high, but implementation faces significant hurdles.
    • Educational efforts are crucial alongside new technologies.
    • Computers are poised to become essential clinical aids for physicians in the coming decade.