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Anna Marie Høstgaard1, Louise Pape-Haugaard
1Department of Development and Planning, Aalborg University, Denmark. annamarie@plan.aau.dk
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|August 10, 2012
Summary
Danish health informatics data is flawed due to errors, hindering research. New validation methods are needed to improve data quality and electronic health record systems.
Area of Science:
- Public Health Informatics
- Computer Science
Background:
- Denmark possesses unique health databases, like "The Children's Database," containing comprehensive child health data since 2009.
- Current data collection methods have technical and human errors, leading to flawed statistics and unsuitability for research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop novel methods for validating the data generation process in health informatics at multiple administrative levels.
- To enhance the usability of health data for research purposes by addressing existing flaws.
Main Methods:
- Combines Public Health Informatics and Computer Science research areas.
- Employs both ethnographic and system engineering research methodologies.
- Focuses on understanding work practices for health information technology redesign.
Main Results:
- Preliminary findings suggest existing health information technology requires redesign.
- A deep understanding of work practices is crucial for improving data quality.
Conclusions:
- New generic methods for electronic data collection and transmission are expected.
- The research addresses a sparsely documented area in Public Health Informatics, with potential international importance.
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