Introduction Flashcards
is the study of the best practices in information accrual, handling, dissemination, and comprehension using appropriate technology.
Informatics
- Application of computer & info management and processing of data, info & knowledge
- Science concerned with the gathering, manipulation, classification, storage, and retrieval of recorded knowledge
- The techniques and practices used to manage and operate information
systems and technology
Informatics
- Simply discrete &
objective facts about a given
subject or an event - Easy to capture and
store in media such
as databases and
files
Data
data that has relevance and purpose
information
5 Cs of information should be: (Data to Info)
Contextualized
Categorized
Calculated
Corrected
Condensed
broader, deeper and richer than data and information
Knowledge
How to make information to knowledge
- comparison of current situation with a similar one
- knowing how the information at hand connects to the other info
- understanding the consequences of the info gathered
- understanding what people think about the info
How to convert information to knowledge? (4CP)
Comparison
Consequences
Connections
Conversations
Perception
“the use of information science and
technology to advance medical knowledge and improve quality of care and health system performance.”
Medical Informatics
“the rapidly developing scientific field that deals with resources, devices, and formalized methods for optimizing the storage retrieval and management of biomedical information for problem solving and decision making.”
Medical Informatics
a field that sprang from the human genome project and used computers to analyze and
interpret the vast amounts of data
generated in the field of biology.
bioinformatics
“the scientific discipline encompassing all aspects of biologic information acquisition,
processing, storage, distribution, analysis, and interpretation that combines the tools and technology of mathematics, computer science,
and biology with the aim of understanding the biologic significance of a variety of data.”
Bioinformatics
deals with the subset of informatics relevant to the practice of pharmacy.
- has been defined in some contexts as the pharmacy specialty dealing with pharmacy computerization
Pharmacy informatics
Scientific field that focuses on medication-related data and knowledge within the continuum of healthcare systems – including
its acquisition, storage, analysis, use and dissemination in the delivery of optimal medication-related patient care and health outcomes
- Application of technology & information to the medication use process to improve outcomes and increase safety and efficacy
Pharmacy Informatics
Pharmacy Information System
I.T. infrasctructures - Processes - Information sources - Competencies
examples of I.T infrastructures
- computer set, printers, scanners
- internet connection, modem, LAN
- tablets, cellphones, PDAs
- General procedure (receiving a query up to transmission of response)
- Search algorithm
- Literature education
- Response transmission
processes
Algorithm for finding an item w/ specified properties among a
collection of items which are filed in a computer program, that
looks for clues to return what is wanted
Search algorithm
examples of information resources
- Forms (hard copy, soft copy)
- Classification based on nature of query, category of information
source, depth of info., etc.)
Communication
* The skills needed to use these tools to support the
highest levels of pharmaceutical clinical judgment.
competencies
- Translational bridge b/w I.T.
staff and clinicians, and are
experts in health info systems
and technology - Knowledgeable about both
pharmacy practice &
informatics:
Real world pharmacy experience
Thorough understanding of the
medication use process
Extensive knowledge about the
health info systems and all
medication related technologies
Informatics Pharmacist
Roles of Informatics Pharmacist
- ensure patient safety
- provide guidance and leadership for all technological initiatives that support medication use
- customize and tailor health info systems and technology to the needs of practice
- provide education to healthcare professionals and managers
- serve as a resource for hospital staff
- serve as liaison between pharmacy and other departments ( IT, Nursing, Physicians, Vendors
Technology continuously being
developed with the intention of
⬆ —, ⬆ —-, while ⬇—
increase safety and efficacy while low cost
A health website has “created an
organization that we believe fulfills the promise of health information on the Internet. We provide credible information, supportive communities, and in - depth reference material about health
subjects that matter to you. We are a source for original and timely
health information as well as material from well known content
providers.”
WebMD
is the primary agency of the United States government responsible
for biomedical and public health research.
- conducts its own scientific research through its Intramural Research Program (IRP) and
provides major biomedical research funding to non-NIH research facilities through its Extramural
Research Program.
National Institutes of Health
“ is an online, healthcare media
publishing company. We provide easy-to-read, in-depth, authoritative medical information for
consumers via its robust, user-friendly, interactive website. WebMD acquired
it in 2004. Since that time this has continued to operate with the original vision of fulfilling the integral role of educator, with its own peer-reviewed editorial policy and network of U.S board-certified physicians.”
Medicine Net
—- is a nonprofit organization committed to clinical practice, education and research, providing expert, whole- person care to everyone who needs healing.
Mayo Clinic
—- is the largest, most widely
visited, independent medicine
information website available on the Internet. Our aim is to be the Internet’s most trusted resource for drug and related health information. We will achieve this aim by presenting independent, objective, comprehensive and up-to-date information in a clear and concise format for both consumers and healthcare professionals.
Drugs.com
—– is a website providing access to
medical information for clinicians; the organization also provides continuing education for physicians and health professionals. It references medical journal
articles, CME (Continuing Medical Education), a version of the National Library of Medicine’s MEDLINE database, medical news,
and drug information
Medscape
—- is an online medical resource
dedicated to offering detailed and current pharmaceutical information on brand and generic drugs. Founded by pharmacists in
1995, it is the premier Internet Drug
Index resource.
Acquired by WebMD in 2004
RxList
—- was founded in 1999 as YourDoctor.com,
by endocrine specialist James Norman. In 2006, the company
was re-launched as Healthline Networks.
healthline media
“—- is a unique source of
medical, health and wellness
information created by you, our
users. Not found anywhere else,
this exclusive content offers
guidance and support through our
members’ personal experiences
and evidence-based information. At
—–, you have the opportunity
to view, browse, ask questions, get
answers, and connect with our
millions of users within our
hundreds of friendly user
communities.”
MedHelp
was made famous as the ground breaking vertical search engine developed by Kosmix. The website had an extremely wide scope, covering every conceivable health topic by coupling expert opinions with content generated on the fly
Right Health
10 Most Popular Health Websites
WedMD
NIH (National Institutes of Health)
Medicine Net
Mayo Clinic
Drugs.com
Medscape
RxList
Healthline
MedHelp
RightHealth
Important quality criteria for health- related websites
TRANSPARENCY &
HONESTY
TRANSPARENCY
OF PROVIDER OF
SITE, PURPOSE, &
OBJECTIVE OF
SITE
TARGET AUDIENCE
IS CLEARLY
DEFINED
TRANSPARENCY
OF ALL SOURCES
OF FUNDING
AUTHORITY CLEAR
STATEMENT OF
SOURCES FOR
ALL
INFORMATION&
DATE OF
PUBLICATION
PRIVACY AND
DATA
PROTECTION
POLICIES
CLEAR &
REGULAR
UPDATING OF
INFORMATION
WITH DATE
CLEARLY
DISPLAYED
ACCOUNTABILITY
OF FOR
INFORMATION
PROCESS FOR
USER FEEDBACK
& APPROPRIATE
OVERSIGHT
RESPONSIBILITY
EDITORIAL
POLICY HAS
CLEAR
STATEMENT ON
PROCESS AND
FOR SELECTION
OF CONTENT
GUIDELINES ON
ACCESSIBILITY,
SEARCHABILITY,
AND READABILITY
