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Steven A. Huesing, Editor/Publisher
Don Newsham, President, COACH: Canada's Health Informatics Association
Canadian Health Practice Lead, Sierra Systems Group, Calgary, AB
Mr. Newsham likens the vast opportunities and challenges that consistently present themselves to our industry to gifts that keep on giving, an apropos sentiment of the Christmas season.
David Wattling, Chair, Canadian Healthcare Information Technology Trade Association
Managing Director, Courtyard Group, Toronto, ON
Mr.Wattling reflects on the underlying philosophical agenda of the premier Health Informatics Award Gala held in November.
Michael Martineau, Director, Branham Group, Ottawa, ON
Eighteen months ago Branham began a journey that resulted in the first comprehensive national assessment on the use of ICT in Canadian hospitals. This article explores key findings from the inaugural edition of what will become their annual "eHealth in Canada Study". The first edition focused primarily on Canadian hospitals; subsequent editions will expand the scope of the study to include other elements of the continuum of care.
Amanda Jackman, Communication and Public Affairs, St. Joseph' s Health Care London, London, ON
The da Vinci surgical robot, a "master-slave" robotic system acquired by St. Joseph's, is one of only three in Canada; the robot's operating system works in tandem with the surgeon. Ms. Jackman describes the practical application of its use in a case study.
Michael Whitt, Partner, Borden Ladner Gervais, Calgary, AB
In this first part of a two-part article, the author discusses the intricacy of health information within the context of historical ethics and contemporary privacy and confidentiality legislation.
Jane Curry, Information Architect, Health Information Strategies Inc., St. Albert, AB
Ms. Curry's article contends that a health system can no longer be seen as a structure entirely within the control of a single jurisdiction - health problems know no boundaries and the solutions to health problems are beginning to be addressed at a global level. She suggests that the health system and the health infostructure will inevitably evolve through collaboration and cooperation internationally, nationally, provincially, locally and personally.
Dennis Giokas, Chief Technology Officer, Canada Health Infoway, Montreal, QC
Mr. Giokas stresses the absolute need for a foundation of national interoperability in order to exploit the value of health information technology in the healthcare industry. He focuses on architecture and standards, two key elements of achieving interoperability, as the centerpiece of Infoway's work. He provides a comprehensive overview of national activities and how these inter-relate to provide a solid framework for the vision of the Pan- Canadian EHR.
Kathy Gilmore, Analyst, Health Results Team for Information Management Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Jeff Guerin, Director of Orthopaedic Research, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON
The authors describe a pilot project in the in the centre's orthopaedic operating room for the integration of ICD-10-CA and CCI codes into an electronic data capture system which they believe will inevitably result in more consistent coding and will ensure superior data quality.
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