Abstract
Despite the high prevalence and devastating outcomes associated with osteoporotic
fractures, they are not well investigated or treated. We developed an electronic Osteoporosis
and Falls Assessment Form for integration within electronic medical records (EMR)
with the aim to improve osteoporosis-related care in family practice. We examined
usage and collected usability feedback from 37 physicians. A medical record review
was used to assess tool usage over a 6-month period after which all participants completed
a survey to assess their perceptions of the tool. The tool was used at least once
by 22 (59%) physicians with 119 patients. Most users reported that it enhanced their
practice (64%) and they intended to use it in the future (71%). Time constraints,
complexity, and requirements to manually enter sections were identified as barriers
to use. Lessons learned will inform improvements, which, given the perceived value
of this tool, will likely improve uptake.
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Published online: July 29, 2020
Footnotes
Dr. Alexandra Papaionnou has been on the Amgen Advisory Board and has received research support and honoraria from Amgen. Dr. Jonathan Adachi has received research support and honoraria from Amgen and Radius. The remaining authors report no conflicts of interest.
This work was supported by a Couchiching Family Health Team Bright Lights Award to Clare Tazzeo. Development of the Osteoporosis and Falls Assessment Form was developed with funding from Osteoporosis Canada.
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