Mar 29, 2024  
Graduate Catalog (ARCHIVED) 2021-2022 
    
Graduate Catalog (ARCHIVED) 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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HIMS 742 - Healthcare Informatics, Information Systems and Technology

3 credits
This course introduces the discipline of health informatics and covers emerging trends.  Various information systems, technologies and applications utilized in the context of healthcare are introduced.  Their characteristics, strengths, challenges, purpose, and impact are taught.  The impact on consumers, populations, and healthcare providers is emphasized.  Factors influencing adoption and use of various clinical and health information systems and technologies are taught.  Key information systems and technology such as electronic health records, health information exchanges, personal health records, public health information systems, mobile health technologies, interoperability, and telemedicine are introduced in this course. Prerequisite(s): HIMS 701  or prior healthcare knowledge or experience



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