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Hagop S Mekhjian1, Thomas Bentley
1The Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, USA. hagop.mekhjian@osumc.edu
Physician Executive
|December 17, 2008
Summary
A new web-based patient record system significantly improves communication speed with referring physicians. This enhances healthcare efficiency and patient care coordination.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Medical Systems Engineering
Background:
- Effective communication between healthcare providers is crucial for optimal patient outcomes.
- Traditional methods of sharing patient information can be time-consuming and lead to delays.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a web-based patient record system on the speed of interactions with referring physicians.
- To assess the system's efficiency in facilitating communication within a large medical center.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a novel web-based electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Analysis of interaction times between the medical center and referring physicians before and after system implementation.
Main Results:
- The web-based system dramatically reduced the time required for interactions with referring physicians.
- Improved communication efficiency was observed across various clinical scenarios.
Conclusions:
- Web-based patient record systems offer a significant advantage in streamlining physician communication.
- Implementing such systems can enhance the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery and referral processes.
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