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Explore the Fundamentals of Managing Health Information Systems

Explore cutting-edge tools and strategies that redefine patient care, data management, and unite healthcare and tech.

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Explore the Fundamentals of Managing Health Information Systems

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Elevate your health record management skills with Taipei Medical University.

Dive into a six-week adventure with Taipei Medical University, where you’ll explore the fascinating world of health record management.

This course will guide you through the intricate landscape of electronic health record (EHR) integration, spotlighting ways to boost efficiency and safeguard data security.

Discover the future of health record management

You’ll pick up practical insights that empower you to elevate patient information systems and cement data integrity.

By the course’s end, you’ll walk away with a toolkit of strategies to refine healthcare information systems and bolster patient care like a pro.

Unpack AI and data science in healthcare

Kick off your learning with the essentials of artificial intelligence (AI) and data science, tailored for the healthcare realm. Through engaging examples and compelling case studies, you’ll see these technologies in action and consider their ethical implications.

Join the conversation on how AI and data science are reshaping healthcare, uncovering their advanced applications and the hurdles they face.

Master effective data management in hospitals

Peek into the pivotal role of data management in hospitals, navigating the nuances of collecting, storing, and accessing healthcare data.

Your learning will focus on maintaining data integrity and accessibility, while also tackling challenges like scalability, interoperability, and security. You’ll get the download on data governance and staying compliant with regulations.

Explore Taiwan’s medical database management systems

Wrap up your learning by exploring Medical database management systems within Taiwan’s healthcare framework. Gain insight into Taiwan’s system’s unique challenges and groundbreaking innovations.

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Syllabus

  • Week 1

    Health Information Management: An Essential Element of HCA

    • a pharmacist dressed in a white lab coat methodically browses through rows of densely packed shelves.

      Contemporary Health Information Management

      Professor will introduce Contemporary Health Information Management, exploring its role in modern healthcare systems, including data analytics, privacy regulations, electronic health records, and patient-centered care advancements

    • medical professionals are engrossed in their work, managing patient data and coordinating care.

      Electronic Health Records

      Professor will introduce Electronic Health Records (EHRs), discussing their pivotal role in digital healthcare systems, including benefits, challenges, regulatory compliance, and their impact on patient care and health information

  • Week 2

    Essential Elements of Health Care Assistants

    • a medical report paper with a stethoscope on top of it.

      Electronic Health Records: Application in Taiwan

      The professor will explain the application of Electronic Health Records and Personal Health Records in Taiwan, delving into their implementation, benefits, and impact on healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

    • The large stack of files, bound together with a stethoscope, signifies the intersection of healthcare and the administrative tasks that support it.

      Legal Issues in Health Information Management

      Rrofessor will explore legal issues in health information management, focusing on privacy, security, compliance, and ethical considerations essential for protecting patient data and maintaining healthcare integrity.

  • Week 3

    Big Data, AI and Data Science in Healthcare

    • Big data, AI and Data Science

      Professor will introduce the transformative power of big data, AI, and data science, driving innovation across industries by unlocking valuable insights, improving decision-making processes, and optimizing performance on a global

    • a row of test tubes filled with blue liquid, pathology sample test tubes, laboratory background,

      Smart Biotech and Healthcare Field

      We will explore smart biotech and healthcare, focusing on innovative technologies and their applications to enhance patient care and medical research.

  • Week 4

    Precision Health

    • a man that is sitting in front of a computer, medical imaging, glowing mri x-ray, mri, digital medical equipment, partially biomedical design, thin healing glowing devices, glossy metallic human spine, bionic implants, biomechanical xray

      Smart biotech and healthcare products

      Smart biotech and healthcare products utilize advanced technology and data analytics to enhance diagnosis, treatment, and patient care, improving outcomes and efficiency. We will see some examples in this session.

    • a person in blue gloves holding a pipe in a laboratory, handling laboratory equipment, laboratory background, glass labware, pathology sample test tubes, scientific glassware, experiment in laboratory.

      Precision Medicine

      Professor will introduce Precision Health as a revolutionary approach to medicine, customizing treatments based on individuals' genetics, lifestyle, and environment to optimize health outcomes.

  • Week 5

    An Example of Developing a National Electronic Medical Record System: Taiwan's Experience

    • a close up of a person's brain scan, medical imaging, brain surgery, detailed scan”, mri, glowing mri x-ray,

      Taiwan's Comprehensive Health IT Infrastructure

      We will have a look at Taiwan's robust health IT system. It incorporates national insurance, real-time surveillance, and digital records, exemplifies innovation in efficient healthcare management.

  • Week 6

    Health Data Research at TMU

    • a row of test tubes sitting on top of a table, handling laboratory equipment, pathology sample test tubes, tools for science research,

      Health Data Research

      We will explore health data research, focusing on analyzing and applying health information to improve patient outcomes and healthcare systems.

  • Week 7

    Introduction Medical Database Management System and Medical Database Application in Taiwan

    • computer network, a close up of a bunch of wires on a rack, in realistic data center,

      Medical Database Management System

      We will explore medical database management systems and their applications in Taiwan, focusing on improving healthcare through efficient data management.

    • a row of servers in a server room, in realistic data center, in detailed data center, cyborg in the data center, pacing in server room

      Database and Database Application

      In this session, we will explore databases and database applications, focusing on their structure, functionality, and role in managing and utilizing data effectively.

    • hallway from a cafe, a row of chairs sitting on top of a wooden floor, cafe lighting

      Course Feedback and Further Exploration

      This will conclude this course. Please have some time to review all the materials. We hope you enjoy.

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What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Explain the foundational principles of health record management and its impact on patient care.
  • Explore advanced techniques and technologies in health record management, focusing on EHRs and data security.
  • Explain the basics of AI and data science in healthcare and their role in decision-making and diagnostic accuracy.
  • Assess real-world examples and ethical considerations of AI and data science in healthcare.
  • Explore data management processes in hospitals, emphasizing integrity and accessibility.
  • Explore hospital data management, including scalability, interoperability, and security, and discuss strategies for compliance.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for healthcare professionals, IT specialists, and anyone keen on enhancing their expertise in electronic health records, AI applications, and data management within the healthcare industry.

It’s ideal for those looking to drive tech innovation in healthcare.

Who developed the course?

Taipei Medical University

Taipei Medical University

Taipei Medical University (TMU) has been a leader in Taiwan’s healthcare system for over half a century due to its research, teaching excellence, internationalization and outstanding medical service.

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