Overview of hardware and software used in health informatics, including applications in medicine and public health.
Define Key Terms: Understand the definitions of Information Technology and Information Systems.
Describe Health Information Systems: Explore the different types and functionalities of health information systems.
Questions to Consider:
What is your definition of a SYSTEM?
What are the minimum components of a SYSTEM?
Definition: A regularly interacting or interdependent group of items forming a unified whole (Merriam Webster).
INPUT: Data that is fed into the system.
PROCESS: The mechanism that transforms input into output.
OUTPUT: The useful information generated from processing.
Expanded Components:
INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORE: Retains information for future use.
Components of an Information System:
INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORE
FEEDBACK: Ensures the system adjusts to meet objectives.
Input: Activity of gathering raw data.
Processing: Converting data into useful outputs.
Output: Producing useful information.
Feedback: Information from the system used to make improvements.
Relevance in Different Domains:
Bioinformatics
Medical Informatics
Public Health Informatics
Storage Rationale: Importance of storing data and information for various operational needs.
Roles:
INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORE
Involves hardware, software, databases, networks, and people.
Objectives:
Automate manual processes
Solve problems
Improve decision-making
Streamline processes
Gain competitive advantage
Categories:
Personal Systems (e.g., MyFitnessPal)
Group Systems (e.g., Google Drive)
Enterprise Systems (e.g., SAP, CRM)
Processes in Specific Domains:
Sales and Marketing
Inventory Management
Human Resource Management
Examples in the Philippines:
Philippine Health Information Exchange (PHIE)
Hospital Management Information Systems
Clinic Information Systems
Pharmacy Information Systems
Laboratory Information Systems
Purpose: Allow health stakeholders to efficiently process patient health information.
3.1 Information Systems.pptx
Overview of hardware and software used in health informatics, including applications in medicine and public health.
Define Key Terms: Understand the definitions of Information Technology and Information Systems.
Describe Health Information Systems: Explore the different types and functionalities of health information systems.
Questions to Consider:
What is your definition of a SYSTEM?
What are the minimum components of a SYSTEM?
Definition: A regularly interacting or interdependent group of items forming a unified whole (Merriam Webster).
INPUT: Data that is fed into the system.
PROCESS: The mechanism that transforms input into output.
OUTPUT: The useful information generated from processing.
Expanded Components:
INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORE: Retains information for future use.
Components of an Information System:
INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORE
FEEDBACK: Ensures the system adjusts to meet objectives.
Input: Activity of gathering raw data.
Processing: Converting data into useful outputs.
Output: Producing useful information.
Feedback: Information from the system used to make improvements.
Relevance in Different Domains:
Bioinformatics
Medical Informatics
Public Health Informatics
Storage Rationale: Importance of storing data and information for various operational needs.
Roles:
INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORE
Involves hardware, software, databases, networks, and people.
Objectives:
Automate manual processes
Solve problems
Improve decision-making
Streamline processes
Gain competitive advantage
Categories:
Personal Systems (e.g., MyFitnessPal)
Group Systems (e.g., Google Drive)
Enterprise Systems (e.g., SAP, CRM)
Processes in Specific Domains:
Sales and Marketing
Inventory Management
Human Resource Management
Examples in the Philippines:
Philippine Health Information Exchange (PHIE)
Hospital Management Information Systems
Clinic Information Systems
Pharmacy Information Systems
Laboratory Information Systems
Purpose: Allow health stakeholders to efficiently process patient health information.