Medical informatics

The health information technology is a broad concept that encompasses an array of technologies to store, share and analyze health information. The use of HIT will help in preventing medical errors, improving quality of health care, reducing health care cost, decreasing paperwork, increasing administrative efficiency, and expanding access to affordable health care (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, n.d.). The meaningful use is defined as the use of certified Electronic Health…

Throughout the ASEAN region, migration plays a particularly key role in the economic development of countries. 5 million of these migrant workers base themselves in Thailand, with the majority coming from Cambodia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic and Myanmar, where the working conditions and pay is often very poor when compared to their neighbour. These migrant workers in Thailand commonly face a number of problems that include language barriers, navigation of different regulations and health…

History Magnolia City Hospital serves the purpose of providing and improving health care services for the citizens of Columbia County and citizens of Lafayette, Union, Nevada, Ouachita, and Hempstead Counties. It is located in a rural setting, medically underserved, underinsured, with below average socioeconomic and educational level, and in need of superior health care. In Arkansas State, Magnolia City Hospital is the second oldest hospital. Established in 1939, it is an acute care, community…

Even though the trend began in the 1960’s, telenursing can now blossom due to advancements in healthcare information technology and will continue to flourish when barriers are no longer present. Innovative healthcare professionals turn to telemedicine and telenursing for more effective, faster, and convenient care for patients, in particular, the ones that are unable to see the healthcare provider in person (Van Alstin, 2016, p. 6). Telenursing is nursing practice though electronic sources such…

In our unit, our x-ray machines are synced to out computers and the practioners can actually view the plate immediately after its shot. This is incredibly useful for UAC and ET tube placements during critical times. Clinical alerts, reminders, and medical information are flagged and easily viewed. We have the ability to view a complete record of a clinical patient encounter at the touch of a finger which can be a great asset in providing quality care. Healthcare costs are also contained and…

Information technology has come a long way developing modern information systems. Telemedicine is one of the areas within the healthcare organizations in which healthcare providers can remotely serve people in the remote areas using advanced telecommunication technology. Teleconsult The purpose of teleconsultation to obtain the professional opinion of a healthcare provider who is not physically present at the location where the patient and/or his primary healthcare provider are. The main…

The mission of the Department of Veterans Affairs is “to fulfill President Lincoln 's promise "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" by serving and honoring the men and women who are America 's veterans” (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 2016). This mission statement was written vaguely enough to be comprehensive of the changing needs of our veterans. A more precise definition may not have benefited the organization as the services we provide…

that coordinate and manage the health care unit well. It has become more popular for health care service. Health care service is still having some problems. For instance, to improve quality, reduce medical errors. There are many advantages of CMS. Advantage of CMS 1. Increase productively and reduce medical errors Firstly, the CMS may bring a lot of benefits to the health care facilities, such as clinic and hospital. The CMS have been greatly improved the management and service quality of…

Quality Improvement in Health Care To be successful in improving quality healthcare, it is important to keep a few things in mind. The six major aims for improvement and they are Safety, in hopes of avoiding harm to patients from the care that is intended to help them. Effectiveness is related to a scientific approach to all who could benefit from it and refraining from providing services to those not likely to benefit from it. Patient-centered care for each patients’ preferences, needs,…

Technology in health care is something very important in the medical field. Medical professionals use it each and everyday. Jobs are centered around technology for record keeping, screenings, tests, (etc). Yet, technology may be taking over jobs. The medical field is one field technology will never take over completely. Medical professionals use technology like handheld computers instead of using one's’ own knowledge. This can lead to misuse and malpractice. Technology is a great resource in…