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Workflow Challenges of Enterprise Imaging: HIMSS-SIIM Collaborative White Paper
Alexander J Towbin1, Christopher J Roth2,3, Mark Bronkalla4
1Department of Radiology, Cincinnati Children's Hospital, 3333 Burnet Avenue, MLC 5013, Cincinnati, OH, 45229, USA. alexander.towbin@cchmc.org.
Journal of Digital Imaging
|August 17, 2016
Summary
Digital imaging is widely used across medical fields, but challenges in electronic medical record integration hinder patient care. This paper addresses enterprise imaging workflow issues and proposes solutions for better image management.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Digital Health
- Healthcare Technology
Background:
- Digital cameras have increased medical image use across specialties.
- Medical images are often not integrated into electronic medical records (EMRs).
- Lack of image accessibility limits inter-provider communication and patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key workflow challenges in enterprise imaging implementation.
- To offer potential solutions for managing medical image capture, upload, and distribution.
- To support the development of effective enterprise imaging strategies in healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of current enterprise imaging workflows.
- Identification of barriers to image integration and management.
- Review of existing healthcare IT infrastructure and capabilities.
Main Results:
- Significant workflow challenges exist in enterprise imaging.
- Current systems often fail to integrate images into patient EMRs.
- Lack of standardized image management protocols is a major obstacle.
Conclusions:
- Addressing enterprise imaging workflow challenges is crucial for improving patient care.
- Implementing robust image management systems requires strategic planning.
- Solutions are needed to ensure seamless image capture, upload, and accessibility for all providers.
