Applications of Handheld Personal Computers in Healthcare
Hisham (Sam)
Mahrous, MBA, Ph.D. and George E. MacKinnon III, MS, R.Ph.
Midwestern University
Abstract:
Handheld personal computers can be efficient and effective tools to assist healthcare practitioners in capturing patient and medication data in the convenience of their palm. Digital palm PCs and handheld devices can be used to collect, process, and transmit data that ultimately impacts the care delivered to patients. Examples pertaining to the use of such devices will be demonstrated: capturing pharmacist patient-care activities, physician prescribing and formulary management, and conducting patient wellness assessments. Both the technological features and professional implications will be presented. Additional linkages to web-based servers will also be examined.
Benefit in Attending
Session:
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Identify opportunities to employ innovative computer-based
technologies in their practice or workplace;
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Understand the benefits and limitations of handheld personal
computers in practice;
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Describe potential beneficiaries of such technological
innovations;
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Discuss the benefits and limitations related to web-based servers;
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Discuss the financial costs associated with developing
applications related to digital palm and handheld devices.
PRIMARY AUTHOR'S
INFORMATION
Hisham (Sam) Mahrous, CIS, MBA, Ph.D.
19555 North 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
Telephone Number: 623-572-3526
Fax Number: 623-572-3550
E-mail Address: smahro@arizona.midwestern.edu
George E. MacKinnon III, MS, R.Ph.
19555 North 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
Telephone Number(s): 623-572-3521
Fax Number(s): 623-572-3550
E-mail Address(es): gmacki@arizona.midwestern.edu