What do you think is success in EHR system implementation? Successful Implementation of EHR Systems

EHR Systems successfully implemented

Successful Implementation of EHR Systems   Successful implementation of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems is foundational for achieving the objectives of digital healthcare. Implementing an EHR system requires that you overcome many challenges such as software compatibility and choosing the right vendor. You also need to engage healthcare professionals. However, the best strategies and well-executed execution are key to success.   Healthcare organizations that successfully implement EHR systems will have achieved their objectives within the time frame, kept within budget, and provided the best possible patient and healthcare professional satisfaction. For successful implementation of EHR systems, organizations must ensure that all stakeholders are activated, especially the frontline healthcare professionals and patients, and that the system is tailored to their needs (Bull, Corroon, Lane, et al., 2015; Weeks, Rodgers, & Bourke, 2021). To ensure compliance and successful implementation of the EHR, both the EHR data and workflow need to be optimized.   Successful implementation of EHRs is dependent on proper planning upfront, data transfer accuracy, vendor selection and user empowerment. Although each implementation will present its unique challenges, there are ways to conquer them all to make your EHR system a success.    References Bull, S., Corroon, M., Lane, K., Pollack, M., White, D., Byrne, A. et al. (2015). Strategies to implement electronic health records successfully. International Journal of Medical Informatics, 84.1(1), 30-40.  Weeks, W., Rodgers, P., & Bourke, W. (2021). How successful is an Electronic Health Record System implementation? An extensive review. A systematic review.