Health Professionals’ Readiness to Implement Electronic Medical Record System at Three Hospitals in Ethiopia: A Cross Sectional Study


 
Language:

English

Author:

Biruk S, et al.

Series/Journal Title:

BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making

Volume:

14

Issue:

115

Pages:

14

Description:

Electronic medical record systems are being implemented in many countries to support healthcare services. However, its adoption rate remains low, especially in developing countries due to technological, financial, and organizational factors. There is lack of solid evidence and empirical research regarding the pre implementation readiness of healthcare providers. The aim of this study is to assess health professionals? readiness and to identify factors that affect the acceptance and use of electronic medical recording system in the pre implementation phase at hospitals of North Gondar Zone, Ethiopia.[from abstract]

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Geographic Focus

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