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Georgia Lymberopoulos1, Judy Chia-Chun Yuan1, Cortino Sukotjo2
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Journal of Dental Education
|May 1, 2025
Summary
Dental students found the after-visit summary (AVS) tool enhanced their education and patient communication. This electronic health record feature empowers students to optimize patient care delivery.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Health Informatics
- Patient Communication
Background:
- Electronic health records (EHRs) are increasingly integrated into dental education.
- After-visit summaries (AVS) can improve patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Evaluating student perceptions of new educational tools is crucial for effective implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess dental students' perceptions of an EHR-based after-visit summary (AVS) tool.
- To evaluate the impact of the AVS on dental students' educational experience and patient communication.
- To determine student utilization rates of the AVS module.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-method approach was employed, combining surveys and focus group discussions.
- An AVS module was developed within the axiUm EHR system for common dental procedures.
- Surveys were administered to the class of 2024 at 6 and 16 months post-implementation; a focus group was conducted with nine dental students.
Main Results:
- The EHR-based AVS module demonstrated high student utilization, with 85.6% compliance in the class of 2025.
- A majority of surveyed students (57.6%) utilized the AVS at least once, reporting improved communication of postoperative instructions.
- Students noted reduced time spent re-educating patients on treatment plans, findings corroborated by focus group discussions.
Conclusions:
- Dental students perceived the AVS as a valuable tool that enhanced their educational experience.
- The AVS was viewed as empowering for communicating with patients and caregivers.
- Students expressed intent to continue using the AVS in clinical settings to optimize patient care delivery.
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