2004
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-540-25944-2_145
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The Impact of Information Technology on Quality of Healthcare Services

Abstract: Abstract. The incorporation of information technology tools in medical practice results not only in opportunities related to improved quality and availability of services but also in transformation of the model of care delivery. Spreading use of the computer applications in healthcare is propelled by the growing expectations of citizens about quality of medical care. Furthermore, modern healthcare system relies on the concepts of patient's empowerment, shared care and continuity of services. The fulfilment of … Show more

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“…There are not enough resources to take care of the elderly without the Internet. This increase in the elderly is one reason for the increase in Duplaga, (2003), opined that the Internet users surfing on the Web frequently use it as the source of health related information. Self-education is important opportunity for chronic patients related to the widespread use of Web-based applications.…”
Section: Availability Of Internet Services and Academic Performance (...mentioning
confidence: 99%
“…There are not enough resources to take care of the elderly without the Internet. This increase in the elderly is one reason for the increase in Duplaga, (2003), opined that the Internet users surfing on the Web frequently use it as the source of health related information. Self-education is important opportunity for chronic patients related to the widespread use of Web-based applications.…”
Section: Availability Of Internet Services and Academic Performance (...mentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In addition, the modern health care system is based on the concept of patient empowerment, joint services and continuity of services. The use of computer solutions is now perceived as one of the effective remedies [1]. Traditional methods cannot respond to the rapidly growing needs for patient confidentiality in an e-health environment [2].…”
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confidence: 99%