Electronic health records (EHRs) adoption has become nearly universal during the past
decade. Academic research into the effects of EHRs has examined factors influencing …

Background: Patient portals tied to provider electronic health record (EHR) systems are
increasingly popular. Purpose: To systematically review the literature reporting the effect of …

Background eHealth tools such as patient portals and personal health records, also known
as patient-centered digital health records, can engage and empower individuals with …

Background: Patient portals have shown potential for increasing health care quality and
efficiency. Internet access and other factors influencing patient portal use could worsen …

Background Electronic personal health records (ePHRs) are web-based tools that enable
patients to access parts of their medical records and other services. In spite of the potential …

Background Electronic personal health records (ePHRs) are defined as electronic
applications through which individuals can access, manage, and share health information in …

Abstract Background Personal Health Records (PHRs) are electronic health records
controlled, shared or maintained by patients to support patient centered care. The potential …

Background Personal health records (PHRs) have the potential to improve patient self-
management for chronic conditions such as diabetes. However, evidence is mixed as to …

Background Efforts aimed at health care reform and continued advances in information
technologies have prompted interest among providers and researchers in patient web …

Background A new generation of user-centric information systems is emerging in health care
as patient health record (PHR) systems. These systems create a platform supporting the new …