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An overview of the CERC ARTEMIS project
V Jagannathan1, Y V Reddy, K Srinivas
1Concurrent Engineering Research Center, West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA.
Proceedings. Symposium on Computer Applications in Medical Care
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Modern computer technology can enhance healthcare collaboration and affordability through improved information sharing and communication among providers. This initiative aims to create an integrated health network for better patient care.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Computer Science in Healthcare
- Medical Collaboration Technology
Background:
- Healthcare collaboration is crucial for delivering comprehensive, real-time patient care.
- Current healthcare systems lack integrated networks, leading to fragmented information and care delivery.
- Existing disparate systems hinder effective cooperation among diverse healthcare providers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To improve healthcare effectiveness and affordability by leveraging modern computer technology for enhanced provider collaboration.
- To develop an integrated health information infrastructure enabling seamless communication and access to distributed patient records.
- To establish a patient-centered approach to care through a connected healthcare network.
Main Methods:
- Developing an open collaboration environment using research prototypes and commercial technologies.
- Forming a consortium of computer system developers, physicians, and healthcare researchers.
- Utilizing the High Performance Computing and Communications (HPCC) Initiative framework.
Main Results:
- Conceptualization and development of ARTEMIS (Advanced Research TEstbed for Medical InformaticS).
- Demonstration of the potential for an integrated health network to support collaborative care.
- Identification of technological possibilities for overcoming current healthcare system limitations.
Conclusions:
- An integrated medical information infrastructure is essential for efficient, patient-centered healthcare.
- Modern technology can facilitate the creation of a unified healthcare network.
- The ARTEMIS project represents a significant step towards realizing a collaborative healthcare environment.