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Understanding IT in Healthcare: Relevance and Training Needs of IT in Private Medical Practice
Marco Schweitzer, Werner O. Hackl, Sabrina B. Neururer, Bernhard Pfeifer
173 - 178
10.3233/SHTI240033
Research Article
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
Volume 313: dHealth 2024
Abstract

Background:

The integration of Information Technology (IT) into private medical practice is crucial in modern healthcare. Physicians managing office-related IT without proper knowledge risk operational inefficiencies and security.

Objectives:

This study determines the relevance of specific IT topics in medical practice and identifies the training needs of physicians for enhancing IT competencies in healthcare.

Methods:

In March 2023 a cross-sectional online survey was conducted with physicians comprising nine IT-related topics in Tyrol, Austria.

Results:

The survey results highlighted a strong perceived relevance and high demand for IT education among physicians working in their medical practice, especially in areas of core medical IT and security. The majority of responses indicated high relevance (76.7%) and high demand (69.7%) for IT topics in medical practice.

Conclusion:

The findings underscore a significant need for targeted IT training and support in medical practices, particularly in areas related to the medical practice and security. Addressing these needs could lead to improved healthcare delivery and better management of technological resources in the healthcare sector.

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