Challenges and solutions in implementing electronic prescribing in Iran's health system: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The use of electronic prescribing is recognized as a strategic tool for improving healthcare. Given the nationwide implementation of electronic prescribing systems initiated in 2020, this study aims to explore the challenges and solutions for implementing electronic prescribing in Iran's health system as a developing country.

Methods

This qualitative study was conducted through interviews with physicians, pharmacy staff, and electronic prescribing representatives in 2023. Initially, three in-depth interviews were conducted to develop the interview questions, resulting in three separate interview guides for each participant group (supplementary file no.1). Participants were purposively selected, including 12 physicians, 15 electronic prescribing representatives, an

SUBMITTER: Moghani NB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11657228 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature