Comparing Electronic Medical Record Implementation

Paper-based data collection methods are still common in health clinics around the world. Implementing Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) has the potential to ensure more accurate data, reduce storage costs, and increase efficiency at these health clinics for medical practitioners and administrators. This Capstone project studied the implementation of EMRs in selected health clinics in New York City and New Jersey in order to provide lessons to be used by the Wireless Access for Health Project in the Philippines for their patient and clinic management. Using a literature review, interviews, and observations in New York City and New Jersey health clinics, the information gathered was analyzed and compiled to assist Wireless Access for Health in planning its next stages of implementation.