Key Advances in Clinical Informatics: Transforming Health Care through Health Information Technology

Edited by internationally recognized authorities in the field of clinical informatics, this book provides a state-of-the-art overview of the most current subjects in clinical informatics. Leading international authorities write short, accessible, well-referenced chapters which bring readers up-to-date with key developments and likely future advances in the relevant subject areas.

Topics Covered

This book encompasses topics such as inpatient and outpatient clinical information systems, clinical decision support systems, health information technology, genomics, mobile health, telehealth and cloud-based computing. Additionally, it discusses privacy, confidentiality and security required for health data.

Target Audience

Medical/nursing students, clinical informaticists, clinicians in training, practicing clinicians and allied health professionals with an interest in health informatics will find this book a valuable resource.

Key Features

Summary Boxes – Each chapter begins with a summary box of key points, imparting relevant messages in an easily digestible fashion.

International Case Studies – The book includes internationally acclaimed experts contributing to chapters, explaining and illustrating through real-world case studies how the evidence presented is applied in a practical setting.

Accessible Format – The book is written in an accessible style, making it easy for readers to understand complex topics in clinical informatics.

334 Pages – This comprehensive guide spans 334 pages, providing readers with a detailed exploration of the current state and future of clinical informatics.

Published by Academic Press – The book is published by Academic Press, ensuring that the information presented is accurate, reliable, and up-to-date.

1st Edition – This is the first edition of the book, published on July 25, 2017.

Language – The book is written in English, making it accessible to a wide audience.

ISBN – The ISBN for the book is 978-0128095232.

Dimensions – The book measures 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches, making it easy to carry and store.