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Based on a detailed analysis, User Centric developed recommendations for designing a more usable PHR, including:
As a follow-up to the PHR usability study, User Centric conducted an online survey to gather further data on patient attitudes towards PHRs. Among other things, this survey tracked features that would most drive respondents to adopt an online PHR. These included:
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For the complete complimentary study with illustrations, graphs, and recommendations, visit http://www.usercentric.com/publications/2009/01/phr/
About User Centric, Inc.
User Centric is a global consulting firm that focuses on improving user experience. Our services include user research, user interface design consulting, information architecture, usability testing, user interface evaluations, eye tracking, and online surveys. Learn more about us at http://www.UserCentric.com.
User Centric is a partner of the UXalliance (www.UXalliance.com). The UXalliance is the international network for user experience. Founded in 2005 by the leading usability companies in Europe, North America, and Asia, they are ideally placed to lead international user experience research. The UXalliance combines the resources of 14 companies, 220 user research professionals worldwide, and over 40 testing facilities.
-- Inclusion of multiple descriptions of the same health conditions/ items to accommodate users' differing levels of familiarity and comfort with medical terminology -- Inclusion of basic drug interaction warnings, including interactions between common over-the-counter medications with prescription drugs -- Using the user interface to support brand credibility, which was motivating factor for users who are choosing a PHR -- More recommendations can be found at http://www.usercentric.com/publications/2009/01/phr-recommendations/
SOURCE User Centric
