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A computerized information management system for educational programs in the health sciences.

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  • 1University of Florida College of Health Related Professions, Gainesville.

Journal of Medical Education
|October 1, 1987
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The University of Florida

Area of Science:

  • Health Professions Education
  • Medical Informatics

Background:

  • Traditional record-keeping in educational programs is often inefficient and duplicative.
  • Managing diverse program components requires a robust information system.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and implement a computerized information management system for a Physician Assistant Program.
  • To streamline record-keeping, enhance data accessibility, and facilitate program evaluation.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a comprehensive computerized information management system.
  • Creation of database files for admissions, curriculum, student records, graduate follow-up, research, and administration.
  • Integration of data across files for efficient information retrieval and reporting.

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Main Results:

  • Elimination of time-consuming duplication in record-keeping.
  • Rapid accessing, transfer, and updating of information across all program functions.
  • Enhanced research capabilities through data correlation.
  • Facilitation of program audits and objective accomplishment evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • The developed system significantly improves the efficiency and effectiveness of managing an educational program.
  • The system supports comprehensive program auditing and evaluation.
  • The computerized system is adaptable for other health science educational programs.