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Michael M Vigoda1, Brian Rothman, Jeffrey A Green
1Center for Informatics and Perioperative Management, University of Miami Health System, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, FL 33136, USA. mvigoda@med.miami.edu
The implementation of Anesthesia Information Management Systems (AIMS) is growing, but challenges persist. Overcoming technologic, cultural, and regulatory barriers is crucial for successful adoption and improved patient care.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Medical Technology
- Anesthesiology
Background:
- Increasing adoption of Anesthesia Information Management Systems (AIMS).
- Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) present challenges due to paper-based practice carryover.
- New mobile technologies offer potential for enhanced situational awareness in healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the implications of AIMS implementation.
- To identify challenges and opportunities associated with new healthcare technologies.
- To assess the potential of mobile devices in improving anesthetic supervision.
Main Methods:
- Review of AIMS implementation trends.
- Analysis of EMR design and workflow impacts.
- Evaluation of mobile technology capabilities in clinical settings.
Main Results:
- AIMS implementation is increasing across institutions.
- EMR shortcomings can lead to unintended workflow changes.
- Mobile devices may improve proactive decision-making and anesthetic supervision.
- Technological and cultural barriers hinder adoption.
Conclusions:
- Successful AIMS implementation requires addressing workflow integration.
- Mobile technology offers promise for enhanced patient care but faces adoption hurdles.
- Ongoing challenges include security, data quality, regulations, and ROI for new technologies.
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