Concept of a human-centered electronic health record

Abstract

This paper examines the challenges and opportunities associated with the implementation of Electronic Health Records (EHR) globally and, specifically, in Germany. While EHRs promise improved accessibility and comprehensibility of patient data, healthcare professionals face challenges such as resource constraints and the need for user-friendly interfaces. The focus is on the design of the graphical user interface (GUI) to enhance accessibility for both healthcare professionals and patients. The proposal suggests a three-dimensional digital human model as the basis for organizing and retrieving medical documents, integrating visual and chronological aspects. Additionally, the paper explores the potential benefits of incorporating personal health data, addressing data access separation concerns for users and promoting interdisciplinary information exchange. The concept-study concludes by highlighting the importance of a well-designed user interface in facilitating effective utilization of EHR systems.

Keywords

• electronic health record
• ehr
• graphical user interface
• gui
• usability