3.1 Information Systems.pptx

INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN HEALTH INFORMATICS

• Overview of hardware and software used in health informatics, including applications in medicine and public health.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• 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.

INTRODUCTORY ACTIVITY

• Questions to Consider:

  • What is your definition of a SYSTEM?

  • What are the minimum components of a SYSTEM?

A SYSTEM

• Definition: A regularly interacting or interdependent group of items forming a unified whole (Merriam Webster).

COMPONENTS OF A SYSTEM

• INPUT: Data that is fed into the system.

• PROCESS: The mechanism that transforms input into output.

• OUTPUT: The useful information generated from processing.

SYSTEM WITH STORAGE

• Expanded Components:

  • INPUT

  • PROCESS

  • OUTPUT

  • STORE: Retains information for future use.

AN INFORMATION SYSTEM

• Components of an Information System:

  • INPUT

  • PROCESS

  • OUTPUT

  • STORE

  • FEEDBACK: Ensures the system adjusts to meet objectives.

INPUT, PROCESSING, OUTPUT, FEEDBACK

• 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.

TYPES OF DATA AND INFORMATION

• Relevance in Different Domains:

  • Bioinformatics

  • Medical Informatics

  • Public Health Informatics

• Storage Rationale: Importance of storing data and information for various operational needs.

COMPUTER-BASED INFORMATION SYSTEM

• Roles:

  • INPUT

  • PROCESS

  • OUTPUT

  • STORE

  • Involves hardware, software, databases, networks, and people.

PURPOSE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS

• Objectives:

  • Automate manual processes

  • Solve problems

  • Improve decision-making

  • Streamline processes

  • Gain competitive advantage

TYPES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS

• 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

HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEMS

• 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.