Resources

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Canada lags most OECD countries in EMR implementation. This presentation provides an analysis of the underlying reasons, using 3 different frameworks. The frameworks allow us to dissect the underlying reasons for EMR failure from a policy, economic and EMR implementation factor perspective. Presented at ITCH 2009 in Victoria, BC.

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Information Management in EMR - Nov, 2008
This presentation discusses issues with information management and data quality in electronic medical record systems for the purposes of research, clinical decision support, and population management. Recommendations for changes to EMRs are presented. Presented at the InSight Conference on EMRs in Toronto.

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Information Management in EMR - April, 2008
This presentation discusses issues with information management and data quality in electronic medical record systems for the purposes of research, clinical decision support, and population management. Centre for Evaluation of Medicines Rounds Presentation.

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Intel of Canada EMR White Paper - July, 2007
Recommendations for accelerated access and greater use of electronic medical record (EMR) adoption in Ontario.

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7 Years After EMR Implementation- May, 2007
Describes the experiences of the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) on their journey to use EMRs for patient care. Presented at the e-Health 2007 Conference.

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Best Practices in EMR Implementation - November, 2006
Initial report on a meta-analysis of 47 EMR implementations reported in the literature. AMIA Poster.

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Physician Office Readiness for Managing Internet Security Threats - November, 2006
Using questionnaires, site assessments, and Internet security devices (ISDs) to assess the risks associated with Internet security threats in medical clinics.

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Physician Office Readiness For Managing Internet Security Threats - October, 2006
Providing a summary of methods, results, resources, and recommendations to help physician offices prepare for Internet use. MEDNET Poster.

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Best Practices in EMR Implementation - July, 2006
Describes the development of a multi-theoretical framework for EMR implementation that is comprehensive, pragmatic, and predictive of success. Paper.

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Industry Analysis: EMR Systems - April, 2004
An analysis of key technology facets that are likely to drive or impede adoption of electronic medical record systems.


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Applying Evidence to EMR Selection - May, 2003
Applying a rigorous, multidisciplinary process in EMR selection to improve the success of any EMR implementation project. Journal Article.


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Evidence-based EMR Software Selection
The COMPETE Study - November, 2001
Applying a rigorous, multidisciplinary process in EMR selection to improve the success of any EMR implementation project. AMIA Conference Presentation.

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Measuring the Success of your EMR Implementation - November, 2001
Measuring the goals of computerization, work distribution, and clinical tasks for Family Practitioners who use electronic medical records.

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EMRs in Family Practice: What drives physician interest and how much are they willing to pay? May, 1998
Revealing the main drivers of interest in EMRs such as improved office efficiency and better access to medical information.

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Links

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Resources
 
Websites
McMaster University's EMR and Chronic Disease Management Study
 
Dr. Kirk Voelker's EMR comparison site
 
Dr. Eric Fishman's EMR selection site
 
Dr. Alan Brookstone's excellent blog
 
 
An excellent resource for implementers
 
Worksheets for EMR implementations
 
Canadian content for EMR implementations
Magazines and Journals
Practice Management Resources
Conferences

 

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