Open AccessA Physician’s Commentary on Electronic Health Records in the United States Medical Practice
Author(s) -
Irina V. Angel
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
public health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2472-3878
DOI - 10.17140/phoj-6-153
Subject(s) - interoperability , usability , health care , health information technology , health records , electronic health record , medical record , asset (computer security) , medline , medicine , nursing , business , medical emergency , public relations , political science , computer security , computer science , world wide web , human–computer interaction , law , radiology
This commentary presents a point of view on how the arrival of electronic health records (EHR) in the United States (U.S.) has changed physicians’ practice. EHR implementation has pros and cons. EHR systems have been a great asset during the pandemic and help with efficiency, safety, and cost reduction. Despite their benefits, healthcare providers and organizations still face challenges, including usability and interoperability across systems, contributing to physicians’ burnout. Can physicians adopt new technologies and adapt to current challenges? Is it the right time for physicians to stop being observers and become active participants in the process of healthcare innovation and implementation?