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Health information technology: A new world for pharmacy
Lisa Webster1, Rachelle F Spiro
1lisa@thewebster.org
Journal of the American Pharmacists Association : Japha
|March 5, 2010
Summary
Health Information Technology (HIT) offers integrated electronic health care, improving quality, safety, and efficiency. Pharmacists can prepare for HIT
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Pharmacy Practice
Background:
- Health Information Technology (HIT) is rapidly evolving.
- Understanding HIT is crucial for modern pharmacy practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To offer a foundational understanding of HIT for pharmacists.
- To outline current HIT status, future trends, and implementation strategies.
Main Methods:
- This primer was developed by the authors.
- Content covers HIT basics, vendors, standards, and challenges.
Main Results:
- HIT implementation is driven by government incentives and industry pressure.
- Expected outcomes include improved healthcare quality, safety, efficiency, and cost reduction.
Conclusions:
- HIT is poised to revolutionize healthcare delivery through integrated electronic systems.
- Pharmacists must adapt to the increasing integration of HIT in healthcare.
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