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Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Demographic Data Collection
  • Health Disparities Research

Background:

  • Self-reported demographic data are crucial for health disparities research.
  • Standardized data collection methods often lack flexibility for nuanced identities.
  • Collecting data on sexual and gender minority (SGM) status and veteran experiences requires improved strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze free-text patient responses for demographic data.
  • To identify common themes in patient-provided information on SGM status and veteran experiences.
  • To inform improvements in patient data collection tools for better health equity measurement.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 3,381 free-text responses from a patient portal.
  • Focus on data related to gender identity, sexual orientation, pronouns, and veteran experiences.
  • Qualitative identification of common patient-provided terms and concepts.

Main Results:

  • Identified prevalent terms and phrases used by patients for SGM and veteran status.
  • Highlighted the diversity and specificity of patient self-identification.
  • Demonstrated the value of free-text data in understanding patient populations.

Conclusions:

  • Free-text responses offer valuable insights into patient demographics beyond structured fields.
  • Improved data collection methods are needed for SGM and veteran populations.
  • Understanding patient-provided data can enhance health disparities research and interventions.