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Minnesota Medicine
|October 13, 2015
Summary
Physicians and medical students use mobile apps for clinical work. This study explored app usage among medical students and faculty, offering advice on selecting dependable, current applications.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education Technology
- Clinical Informatics
- Digital Health Tools
Background:
- Physicians and medical students increasingly utilize mobile applications on smartphones and tablets within clinical settings.
- The integration of digital tools into medical practice is a growing trend, impacting daily workflows and patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the types of mobile applications used by third-year medical students and their faculty preceptors.
- To provide guidance on selecting reliable, useful, and up-to-date medical applications for clinical use.
Main Methods:
- An anecdotal study involving interviews with third-year medical students and their faculty preceptors at the University of Minnesota.
- Qualitative data collection on app usage patterns and preferences.
Main Results:
- Identified a range of applications commonly used by students and physicians in clinical environments.
- Documented anecdotal evidence of app integration into medical education and practice.
Conclusions:
- Mobile applications are becoming integral to clinical practice and medical education.
- Establishing criteria for evaluating and selecting high-quality medical apps is crucial for effective integration.
