Archived Talks

University of Pittsburgh Department of Biomedical Informatics Special Lecture Series

“Supporting the Work of Rounding: An Analysis of Paper-based Rounding Templates from Neonatal Intensive Care Units”

Jignesh Patel, MD
Biomedical Informatics Certificate Fellow

Abstract: The use of paper-based templates for recording patient information prior to rounds is a common approach to information management. Even with the introduction of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), residents spend time transferring information to rounding templates. An analysis of rounding templates from 11 Neonatal Intensive Care Units was undertaken in order to characterize the template layouts and information elements associated with rounding in this setting. The template patterns and implications for EMR design are discussed.

Friday, April 4, 2008
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Parkvale Building (200 Meyran Avenue), Classroom M-184 (on the mezzanine level) or via video conference in Cancer Pavilion, Room 341

For more information: jxc3@pitt.edu or 412.647.7113