Global Health Informatics

How Information Technology Can Change Our Lives in a Globalized World

1st Edition - December 8, 2016
Editors: Heimar Marin, Eduardo Massad, Marco Antonio Gutierrez, Roberto Jaime Rodrigues, Daniel Sigulem
Language: English
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Global Health Informatics: How Information Technology Can Change Our Lives in a Globalized World discusses the critical role of information and communication technologies in health practice, health systems management and research in increasingly interconnected societies. In a global interconnected world the old standalone institutional information systems have proved to be inadequate for patient-centered care provided by multiple providers, for the early detection and response to emerging and re-emerging diseases, and to guide population-oriented public health interventions. The book reviews pertinent aspects and successful current experiences related to standards for health information systems; digital systems as a support for decision making, diagnosis and therapy; professional and client education and training; health systems operation; and intergovernmental collaboration.

Chapter 1. Global Health Informatics—An Overview

Abstract
Introduction
Global Health Informatics
Conclusions
References

Chapter 2. National Health Information Systems and Health Observatories

Abstract
National Health Information Systems and Health Observatories: Resources for Evidence-Based Decision-Making
Data, Information, Knowledge, and Intelligence
Evidence-Based Practice
Historical, Surveillance, and Monitoring Data
HOs Have Specific Needs for Data and Data Management
Functional Components
Operational Resources
Systems Architecture
Generation and Use of Knowledge and Intelligence
Communication and Web Publishing
Experience With NHIS and HOs
Implementation Opportunities and Challenges
Further Reading

Chapter 3. Information and Communication Technologies and Global Health Challenges

Abstract
Introduction
Electronic Health Records
Health Information Exchange
Telemedicine
Mobile Devices
Social Media
Conclusions
References

Chapter 4. Standards for Global Health Information Systems

Abstract
The Key SDO Organizations
Data Naming and Representation
The Making of Standards
Interoperability
Looking to the Future
References

Chapter 5. Data Systems and Global Health Informatics Research

Abstract
Barriers to Global Sharing of Health Data
The US National Institutes of Health’s Clinical Data Repository
General Remarks
References

Chapter 6. Clinical Information Systems

Abstract
Introduction
CISs Functions and Subsystems
Organizational Aspects
CIS Monitoring and Evaluation
The Hospital Italiano Experience in Buenos Aires
The HEGP Experience in Paris
Discussion and Conclusion
References

Chapter 7. The New Medicine: From the Paper Medical Record to the Digitized Human Being

Abstract
The Digitization of Healthcare Information
Digital Medicine
mHealth and the e-Patient
Data Usage and Security
Point of Care
The Future: A New Medical Chart
Final Considerations
References
End Notes

Chapter 8. Telemedicine, eHealth and Remote Care Systems

Abstract
Social Transformation Due to Teletechnology
Computer Evolution and Cost Decline
Telemedicine Technology Cheapening
Changes in Health and Reconsideration of Telemedicine and eHealth
Modern Telemedicine Activities
Remote Care System
Devices to Support Teleassistance
Attention to Residence and Telehomecare
Communication in Health—Interactive and Objective
Education, Health Promotion, and Screening
Virtual Reality Perspectives
3D Printers and Their Insertion in the eHealth World
Perspectives—Next Stages—Graphene and Biochips
Future of Telemedicine
Acknowledgment
References

Chapter 9. Analytics and Decision Support Systems in Global Health Informatics

Abstract
Introduction
Data Analytics and Global Health
Decision Support Systems and Global Health
Conclusions and Future Directions
References

Chapter 10. Patient Engagement and Digital Health Communities

Abstract
Patient Engagement
Digital Health Communities
Challenges and Opportunities
Final Considerations
References
Further Reading

Chapter 11. Ethical and Transborder Issues

Abstract
Introduction
Bioethics—The Bare Essentials
Macroethics
Bioethics of Information Technology: Key Components
Bioethics of Infectious Diseases
Macroethical Dilemmas in Public Health
The “Classical” Approach to Vaccine Optimization
Noninnocent Vaccines
Nash Equilibrium
Smallpox
Yellow Fever
Poliomyelitis
Spillover: A Real Transborder Problem
Importation and Exportation of Infections
The Case of Ebola Exportation From West Africa
The Case of Zika Virus Exportation From Brazil
Coda
References

Chapter 12. Intergovernmental Collaboration in Global Health Informatics

Abstract
Introduction
Types of Actors in Intergovernmental Collaboration in Global Health Informatics
Levels of Intergovernmental Collaboration
How to Establish an Intergovernmental Collaboration in Global Health Informatics?
Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
End Notes

Heimar Marin

Heimar de Fatima Marin RN, MS, PhD, FACMI is Professor, Health Informatics Graduate Program, Universidade Federal de São Paulo; Director, Information Technology & Innovation, Hospital Sirio Libanês;Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Medical Informatics; and Fellow, American College of Medical Informatics.

Affiliations and expertise

Professor, Health Informatics Graduate Program, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Brazil

Eduardo Massad

Eduardo Massad is Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, Chartered Mathematician (IMA-UK), Chartered Scientist (SciCoun-UK), and Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine. He has almost 40 years of experience in applying mathematical methods to medical problems and is co-editor of the Elsevier’s book Global Health Informatics: How Information Technology Can Change Our Lives in a Globalized World.

Affiliations and expertise

Professor of Medical Informatics, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Marco Antonio Gutierrez

Marco Antonio Gutierrez is an Electronic engineer (1985), with specialization in Electronic Computation by Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, Institute of São Carlos, USP (1985), Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Polytechnic School, USP (1995) and Associate Professor in Health Informatics, Federal University of São Paulo (2008). Currently he is Director of the Department of Computer Science, Heart Institute, USP. Collaborating Researcher on 27 research projects and technological innovation, financed by Brazilian governmental funding agencies (FAPESP). Member of the Brazilian Society of Biomedical Engineering (SBEB) and of the Brazilian Society of Health Informatics (SBIS), entity in which served as Vice President (2008-2010), Treasurer (2010-2012) and Chairman (2012-2014).

Affiliations and expertise

Health Informatics Service Director, Heart Institute, University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil

Roberto Jaime Rodrigues

Roberto Jaime Rodrigues is Consultant, eHealthStrategies, Bethesda MD, USA and Global Health International Advisors, Washington DC, USA; Medical Degree (1964), University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil; Specialization in Surgery (1973), Beth Israel Medical Center, City University of New York, New York; Visiting Researcher (1975), Medical Informatics Department, Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm; Director (1975-1990), Technical Supporting Services, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo; Health Information Systems Advisor (1991-2003) and Consultant (2003-2007), Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization, Washington D.C.

Affiliations and expertise

Consulter in Health Informatics and Health Strategies, Bethesda, USA

Daniel Sigulem

Daniel Sigulem is graduated in medicine from the Paulista School of Medicine (1965) and PhD in Medicine (Nephrology) by the same School (1976). Full Professor (1997) and Dean of the Health Informatics Department. Retired Professor at the Federal University of São Paulo (2009). Currently is Graduate Program Advisor in Management and Health Informatics, Federal University of São Paulo, and Scientific Editor of Journal of Health Informatics (JHI).

Affiliations and expertise

Full Professor (retired), Health Informatics Department, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Brazil

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