Understanding public trust in national electronic health record systems: A multi-national qualitative research study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Having public trust in national electronic health record systems (NEHRs) is crucial for the successful implementation and participation of NEHRs within a nations healthcare system. Yet, a lack of conceptual clarity precludes healthcare policymakers from incorporating trust to the fullest extent possible. In response, this study seeks to validate an existing framework for public trust in the healthcare system, which will help provide a clearer understanding of what constitutes public trust in NEHRs across members of the public in different countries, cultures, and contexts.

Methods

Twenty-four focus groups were conducted in Austria, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, and Switzerland with residents of each respective country to discuss their viewpoints on our p

SUBMITTER: Papadopoulos K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11970066 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature