Network of clinicians to share e-health experiences with peers

Issue: BCMJ, vol. 49, No. 9, November 2007, Page 504 News

If you’re considering using e-health, you can soon benefit from the expertise of a network of colleagues who will provide mentorship and help navigate barriers. The Clinician eHealth Support Network is a group of health care providers who will provide hands-on support to colleagues in their respective jurisdictions to help them address challenges and uncover the opportunities and efficiencies that are associated with e-health.  

Members of the Clinician eHealth Support Network will support their clinician colleagues contemplating the use of electronic health record solutions by providing:  

• Individual demonstrations of electronic health records technology.
• Ongoing support and mentoring.
• Assistance in goal setting, prioritizing.
• Support offered on site and remotely.

The support network is organized by Canada Health Infoway, a federally funded, independent, not-for-profit organization that is leading the development and implementation of electronic health projects across Canada.

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