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Methods Inf Med 1994; 33(02): 334-336
DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1635003
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An Information Network for Community Medical Care

K. Sorachi
1   Himeji Medical Association, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
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08 February 2018 (online)

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Abstract:

An information network for community medical care was established by the Himeji Medical Association in 1987. The network interconnects through public telephone a central computer located at the office of the Medical Association with personal computers installed in the offices of members of the Association. An overview of the network, which is in full operation, is given, and current problems and future directions are discussed.

Keywords

Information Network - Community Care - Medical Support System
 

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