Electronic Medical Record-Based Electronic Messaging Among Patients with Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Electronic medical record (EMR) systems and electronic messages are an increasingly common conduit between physicians and patients. Clear benefits of this type of communication have been established, especially among cancer patients. Studies suggest that patient portals and electronic messaging platforms can help with care coordination between oncology providers and facilitate asynchronous patient-provider communication. Despite the many benefits, there is little research regarding EMR and secure messaging use, particularly among patients with breast cancer.

Objectives

The objective of this systematic review was to examine the evidence supporting the use of EMR-based messaging systems in patients with breast cancer.

Methods

A systematic literature search of

SUBMITTER: Conroy M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9931493 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature