A working in-house computer system for a general ophthalmology practice

The authors describe their computer system, which was designed to support all of the information needs of their office and utilize the capabilities of the computer in every aspect of the practice. The system is now intricately involved in both clerical and medical activities. Problems of implementation were alleviated by the participation of the physicians and staff in designing the portions of the system with which they would be working; thus, the system is tailored to fit the needs of each individual.