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Implementing a mainframe packaged pharmacy computer system in a 190-bed hospital.

T L Dotson

    American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
    |March 1, 1986
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    Implementing a pharmacy computer system in a hospital involved detailed planning and staff cooperation. This transition successfully integrated a new system, improving pharmacy operations and record-keeping.

    Area of Science:

    • Health Informatics
    • Hospital Pharmacy Management
    • Information Systems in Healthcare

    Background:

    • Existing pharmacy distribution and record-keeping systems presented challenges.
    • A hospital-wide conversion to an online information system necessitated pharmacy computerization.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the implementation process of a pharmacy computer system.
    • To identify potential improvements and challenges associated with computerization in a hospital pharmacy.

    Main Methods:

    • A nine-month planning phase preceded the system's live date.
    • Pharmacy layout and procedures were modified in preparation for the new system.
    • The implementation process was documented chronologically.

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    Main Results:

    • The conversion to a computerized system proceeded smoothly due to careful planning and staff cooperation.
    • The computer system aimed to eliminate problems in existing distribution and record-keeping.
    • Advantages and shortcomings of the implemented system were discussed.

    Conclusions:

    • Successful implementation of a pharmacy computer system is achievable with thorough planning and collaboration.
    • Computerization offers potential benefits for hospital pharmacy operations.
    • Ongoing evaluation of system advantages and disadvantages is crucial.