EHR
Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) are computerized medical information systems that collect, store and display patient information. They are means to create legible and organized recordings and to access clinical information about individual patients. Despite of the positive effects of the EMRs usage in medical practices, the adoption rate of such systems is still low and meets resistance from physicians. A study reveals the below mentioned factors slowing down the adaptation of EHR systems.
1. Time
2. Cost
3. Absence of computer skill
4. Workflow disruption
5. Concern about security and privacy
6. Communication among users
7. Interfaces with doctor-patient relationship
8. Lack of incentives
9. Complexity
10. Physical space
11. Concern about the ability to select an effectively install EHR system
12. Technical support
13 Interoperability
14. Access to computers and computer literacy
15. Vendor trust
16. Expert support
17. Concern about data entry
18. Training and after-sail experiences with their vendor
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