Medical informatics

Author: Chang Xingzhe, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The distinctive features of this textbook are (1) based on the theoretical foundations of information theory, systems theory, and computer science technology, with the goal of medical mathematicization, it covers numerous concepts and categories of medical informatics, nearly encompassing all knowledge and techniques of modern medical informatics. The content is rich and highly specialized. (2) It emphasizes enhancing the ability to study medical informatics using modern technological means, focusing on the research of trends, directions, strategies, and countermeasures in medical informatics. It also prioritizes the popularization and updating of knowledge in cutting-edge disciplines of medical informatics. Some chapters on new advancements and a comprehensive introduction to the role of medical informatics in evidence-based medicine provide valuable reference for students and practitioners in related fields. (3) Against the backdrop of the rapid development of internet technology, the explosive growth of online users and websites, and the increasing abundance of online resources, this book proposes research on the progress of evaluating internet-based medical information resources. The book is divided into eight chapters: Chapter 1 Introduction, discussing concepts related to medical informatics; Chapter 2 introduces the strategic role of information in the development of science and technology; Chapter 3 elaborates on the status of medical informatics and evidence-based medicine; Chapters 4–8 comprehensively explore the collection, processing, organization, and transmission of medical information, the acquisition of information on scientific and technological projects, the consultation work of information retrieval for scientific and technological projects, information on the pharmaceutical market, and scientific and technological management information. This textbook is suitable for undergraduate, graduate, and diploma students of all majors and levels in medical colleges. It can also serve as a reference book and continuing education material for professionals working in medical information institutions. Medical science and technology workers and administrative personnel can also benefit greatly from the content of this book.