Propose a model of multimedia electronic patient record system for Sri Lankan public health sector

Abstract

Multimedia electronic patient record systems are not a new idea in the world, but in Sri Lankan health sector it is a new idea. Multimedia electronic patient record systems is complete online patient data, including traditional medical chart information and clinical images, are essential to providing good health care. A complete multimedia electronic patient record system can improve patient care, promote safe practice, and enhance communication between patients and multiple providers, reducing the risk of error. Currently there is no available any multimedia electronic patient record system in Sri Lankan health sector. It is possible to analyze current requirement of Sri Lankan health sector and propose a model of multimedia electronic patient record system for Sri Lankan health sector. A questionnaire survey, mathematical and statistical analysis method is used in this investigation to analyze an appropriate model of multimedia electronic patient record system. 30 hospitals were responded for this survey and out of 30 hospitals 21 were government and 9 were private hospitals. Using statistical methods, it is possible to propose a model of multimedia electronic patient record system for health sector of Sri Lanka and this survey reveals major barriers and suggestions which have to be implemented in order to achieve an efficient electronic patient record system for Sri Lankan health sector.