Global Health Informatics: How Information Technology Can Change Our Lives in a Globalized World

Global Health Informatics: How Information Technology Can Change Our Lives in a Globalized World discusses the critical role of information and communication technologies in health practice, health systems management and research in increasingly interconnected societies. In a global interconnected world the old standalone institutional information systems have proved to be inadequate for patient-centered care provided by multiple providers, for the early detection and response to emerging and re-emerging diseases, and to guide population-oriented public health interventions. The book reviews pertinent aspects and successful current experiences related to standards for health information systems; digital systems as a support for decision making, diagnosis and therapy; professional and client education and training; health systems operation; and intergovernmental collaboration.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0128045914
• ISBN13: 9780128045916
• Release Date: December 2016
• Publisher: Academic Press
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"