Computers in Medicine: An Overview

  • Abdulla M Abdulla Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology Medical College of Georgia Attending Physician, University Hospital Augusta, Georgia
  • Cathi Chambley-Miller
Keywords: Personal computers, medical applications, practice management

Abstract

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5915/23-4-15445

The virtual explosion in the development of medical software and the advent of powerful and affordable personal computers have ensured the widespread use of personal computers by physicians and hospitals. This article provides an overview of the varied applications of computers and available software in the practice of medicine.

Author Biographies

Abdulla M Abdulla, Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology Medical College of Georgia Attending Physician, University Hospital Augusta, Georgia

Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology
Medical College of Georgia
Attending Physician, University Hospital
Augusta, Georgia

M.D.

Cathi Chambley-Miller
M.A.
Published
1991-10-01
Section
Review Articles