Utilisation of Electronic Health Records for Public Health in Asia: A Review of Success Factors and Potential Challenges
Joint Authors
Dornan, Lesley
Pinyopornpanish, Kanokporn
Jiraporncharoen, Wichuda
Hashmi, Ahmar
Dejkriengkraikul, Nisachol
Angkurawaranon, Chaisiri
Source
Issue
Vol. 2019, Issue 2019 (31 Dec. 2019), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2019-07-08
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Introduction.
Electronic health records offer a valuable resource to improve health surveillance and evaluation as well as informing clinical decision making.
They have been introduced in many different settings, including low- and middle-income countries, yet little is known of the progress and effectiveness of similar information systems within Asia.
This study examines the implementation of EHR systems for use at a population health level in Asia and to identify their current role within public health, key success factors, and potential barriers in implementation.
Material and Methods.
A systematic search process was implemented.
Five databases were searched with MeSH key terms and Boolean phrases.
Articles selected for this review were based on hospital provider electronic records with a component of implementation, utilisation, or evaluation for health systems or at least beyond direct patient care.
A proposed analytic framework considered three interactive components: the content, the process, and the context.
Results.
Thirty-two articles were included in the review.
Evidence suggests that benefits are significant but identifying and addressing potential challenges are critical for success.
A comprehensive preparation process is necessary to implement an effective and flexible system.
Discussion.
Electronic health records implemented for public health can allow the identification of disease patterns, seasonality, and global trends as well as risks to vulnerable populations.
Addressing implementation challenges will facilitate the development and efficacy of public health initiatives in Asia to identify current health needs and mitigate future risks.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Dornan, Lesley& Pinyopornpanish, Kanokporn& Jiraporncharoen, Wichuda& Hashmi, Ahmar& Dejkriengkraikul, Nisachol& Angkurawaranon, Chaisiri. 2019. Utilisation of Electronic Health Records for Public Health in Asia: A Review of Success Factors and Potential Challenges. BioMed Research International،Vol. 2019, no. 2019, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1127239
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Dornan, Lesley…[et al.]. Utilisation of Electronic Health Records for Public Health in Asia: A Review of Success Factors and Potential Challenges. BioMed Research International No. 2019 (2019), pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1127239
American Medical Association (AMA)
Dornan, Lesley& Pinyopornpanish, Kanokporn& Jiraporncharoen, Wichuda& Hashmi, Ahmar& Dejkriengkraikul, Nisachol& Angkurawaranon, Chaisiri. Utilisation of Electronic Health Records for Public Health in Asia: A Review of Success Factors and Potential Challenges. BioMed Research International. 2019. Vol. 2019, no. 2019, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1127239
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1127239