“A true electronic health record is centred around the patient and integrates information from different sources into one place. Individuals must be able to access their health information, because it is a fundamental right and because it enables them to be active participants in care decisions. While government has set a clear date for delivering an electronic health record, we have yet to see details of how this vision will be accomplished. To safeguard taxpayers’ investment in this project, there must be a clear definition of what the final product will be, milestones that can be tracked along the way and reporting to let the public know how the implementation is progressing in achieving each of the milestones. We would also expect to see some opportunities for the public to have input into its design and implementation.”
Report
Ontario Health Quality Council, June 2009
