e-Literacy in health care.

Ela Klecun, Valentina Lichtner, Tony Cornford
Author Information
  1. Ela Klecun: Information Systems and Innovation Group, London School of Economics.
  2. Valentina Lichtner: Decision Making Research Group, School of Healthcare, University of Leeds.
  3. Tony Cornford: Information Systems and Innovation Group, London School of Economics.

Abstract

This paper explores notions of e-Literacy (otherwise IT literacy or digital literacy) in health care. It proposes a multi-dimensional definition of e-Literacy in health care and provides suggestions for policy makers and managers as to how e-Literacy might be accounted for in their decisions.

MeSH Term

Computer Literacy
Electronic Health Records
Electronic Prescribing
Health Information Systems
Medical Informatics
Professional Competence