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Medical Informatics education utilizes MUMPS-11 V4B on PDP computers. Developed programs cover MUMPS introduction, patient census, neonatal care, and dental databases for medical students.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Medical Education Technology

Background:

  • The Department of Medical Informatics at the Free University integrates research with medical student education.
  • Focus on medical-information processing is a key component of their curriculum.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a set of developed medical education programs.
  • To provide examples of the practical application of these educational tools.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized PDP 11/70 and PDP 11/60 computer systems.
  • Employed MUMPS-11 V4B for program development and execution.
  • Created modular educational programs for specific medical topics.

Main Results:

  • Developed four distinct educational modules: MUMPS introduction, patient census, neonatal care, and a dental database.
  • Demonstrated the utility of these programs through practical examples.

Conclusions:

  • The implemented educational programs effectively support the teaching of medical-information processing.
  • These tools enhance the learning experience for medical students in informatics.

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