Since 2020, aggregated from related topics
Electronic health records (EHR) are digital versions of patients' paper charts. They contain all the medical history, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, immunization dates, allergies, radiology images, and laboratory test results, among others. EHRs provide a comprehensive, real-time view of a patient’s health information and can be shared across multiple healthcare providers and organizations. This technology aims to improve the quality and safety of patient care, enhance care coordination, and facilitate communication among healthcare providers. Additionally, EHRs can help reduce medical errors and streamline administrative processes in healthcare settings.