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Elena Purcaru1, Jude Kings2, Mavis Ayer2
1Department of Neurology, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, UK elena.purcaru@uhs.nhs.uk.
Personal health records (PHRs) empower individuals in managing their health and connecting with neurologists. This article outlines the benefits, challenges, and implementation of PHR platforms in neurology care.
Area of Science:
- Digital health
- Health informatics
- Patient engagement
Background:
- Digital tools like smartphone apps and wearables enhance patient involvement in healthcare.
- Personal health records (PHRs) enable online health information storage and sharing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the benefits and challenges of PHRs in healthcare.
- To outline practical steps for establishing a PHR platform connecting neurologists and patients.
Main Methods:
- Review of 4 years of experience with a PHR platform in a neurology unit.
- Analysis of benefits, challenges, and implementation strategies.
Main Results:
- PHRs can improve well-being and patient care.
- Implementation requires careful planning and consideration of challenges.
Conclusions:
- PHRs offer significant potential for enhancing patient care and communication in neurology.
- Establishing a successful PHR platform involves addressing specific practical steps and overcoming challenges.
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