I’ve got an app for that

Jennifer Lindley; Juanita Fernando

I’ve got an app for that

Jennifer Lindley
, Juanita Fernando

Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review

Abstract

Introduction / Background
In Australia the use of mobile devices and software applications is pervasive on multiple platforms. As a result, new issues for professionalism in healthcare have emerged.
Methods of Research / Description of Activity
This presentation provides an overview of the use of mobile devices and software applications including potential of the technology, current practices, benefits and risks. Governance issues and future needs will also be explored.
Results of Research / Evaluation of Activity
Data from media reports indicates that the issues relating to use of mobile devices and software applications are not well understood nor appropriately monitored and controlled. This creates particular concerns for professionalism and for training and education of health care professionals.
Conclusions / Issues for Discussion
What issues do these technologies raise for professionalism in clinical care? What is the role of medical education in preparing future health care professionals for use of these technologies in professional practice?

Original language	English
Pages	84
Number of pages	1
Publication status	Published - 27 Jun 2012
Event	Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators Conference 2012 - Rotorua, New Zealand Duration: 26 Jun 2012 → 29 Jun 2012

Conference

Conference	Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators Conference 2012
Abbreviated title	ANZAHPE 2012
Country/Territory	New Zealand
City	Rotorua
Period	26/06/12 → 29/06/12

Keywords

medical informatics
digital technology
clinical practice

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