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Health Information Management: Unlocking the Power of Data in Healthcare
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Sheree Lloyd, University of Tasmania
Joel Scanlan, University of Tasmania
Sallyanne Wissmann, Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA)
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Publisher: Council of Australian University Librarians
Language: English
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Attribution-NonCommercial
CC BY-NC
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Part 1: Healthcare and the Global Context of Health Information Management
- Part 2: Leadership in Health Information Management
- Part 3: Data and Information Management in Health
- Part 4: Health Informatics and Digital Health
- Part 5: Health Information Privacy and Security
- Part 6: The Future of Health Information Management
- Glossary
About the Book
This comprehensive textbook captures best international practice for health information management (HIM) and is focused on the practical needs of current and aspiring health information managers. The text includes evolving and innovative approaches for health information and data management from across the world. The text provides a comprehensive overview of HIM principles, including data governance, electronic health and medical records (EHRs/EMRs), privacy and security regulations, and health informatics. It explores the role of HIM professionals in improving healthcare delivery, enhancing patient outcomes, and supporting clinical decision-making. Through case studies and practical examples, readers will gain insights into the challenges and advancements in HIM, preparing them for a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.
About the Contributors
Editors
Dr. Sheree Lloyd is a senior lecturer at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics, with over 30 years of experience in academic and health service management roles. As a Certified Health Information Manager and Fellow of multiple prestigious institutions, including the Australasian College of Health Service Managers and the Australasian Institute of Digital Health, she has demonstrated exceptional expertise in digital health and healthcare innovation. Her accomplished career includes leadership positions such as Director of Health Information Service at Princess Alexandra Hospital and Regional Health Information Management at Metro South Regional Health Authority, where she successfully managed large-scale hospital information systems and activity-based funding projects. A passionate educator and researcher, Dr. Lloyd has been recognised with numerous accolades, including a Vice Chancellor’s Award from Queensland University of Technology and teaching commendations from multiple institutions. Her PhD research on innovation and high performance in rural health settings earned an Executive Dean’s commendation, reflecting her commitment to advancing healthcare delivery in rural areas. She is the Chief Examiner for the Australasian College of Health Service Management Fellowship and contributing to various national committees in digital health, health service management, and health information management.
Dr. Joel Scanlan is a Senior Lecturer in the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics, based in Hobart. He specialises in cybersecurity and privacy, having undertaken a PhD in the area. He has been teaching and consulting with the industry for 20 years. He teaches in Health Information Management and undertakes research in digital health. His primary research interests relate to the technical and social harms of the internet, with a particular focus on child exploitation prevention, cybersecurity and machine learning. His research involves collaborating closely in multiple-disciplinary teams from psychology and law.
Sallyanne Wissmann is the Chief Executive Officer of the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA) and is a Health Information and Information Management Executive Consultant. Sallyanne has over 30 years’ experience as a leader in health information management in the public and private not-for-profit healthcare environments in Australia and New Zealand. Sallyanne is a fellow and life member of HIMAA, a Certified Health Information Manager (CHIM), a Certified Health Informatician Australasia (CHIA), and an Associate Fellow of the Australasian College of Health Service Management (AFCHSM). Sallyanne has previously served as the IFHIMA Western Pacific Regional Director during which time she served on the IFHIMA Board.