Evaluation Methods in Biomedical and Health Informatics

The third edition of Evaluation Methods in Biomedical and Health Informatics has been extensively revised and expanded, with new chapters on qualitative methods, ethics, mixed methods, evidence-based informatics, and how to conduct evaluation studies using routine, real-world data. It is designed as a practical guide for masters and PhD students, informatics researchers, and seasoned professionals seeking a comprehensive resource, and includes critiques and discussion of actual evaluation studies to build knowledge of the judicious application of the techniques described.

Format: Hardback
Length: 527 pages
Publication date: 11 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This third edition of Evaluation Methods in Biomedical and Health Informatics has undergone a thorough revision and expansion, building upon a solid foundation of evaluation theory to provide comprehensive explanations of methods and techniques within the field of health informatics. With an increased number of chapters to 20, the book delves into new areas such as qualitative methods, ethics, mixed methods, evidence-based informatics, and conducting evaluation studies using routine, real-world data. Designed as a practical guide for advanced students, researchers, and seasoned professionals seeking a comprehensive resource, this book offers a step-by-step approach to evaluating health and biomedical information resources.

Critical reviews and discussions of actual evaluation studies further enhance the readers' understanding of the judicious application of the techniques described. As information and communications technologies continue to play a pivotal role in self-care, healthcare, biomedical research, and education, the ability to design and execute successful rigorous evaluation studies becomes increasingly crucial.

Evaluation Methods in Biomedical and Health Informatics stands as an unparalleled reference for a diverse range of health information professionals, serving as both a textbook for formal courses and a valuable reference book for researchers and practitioners. Whether you are training for careers in informatics, working on-site with biomedical information systems staff, or involved in the evaluation of digital healthcare, eHealth, telemedicine, electronic health records, or other clinical and non-clinical information systems, this book is an invaluable guide to achieving successful outcomes.

Weight: 1156g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030864521
Edition number: 3rd ed. 2022