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Cognizance About Privacy and Security of Patients Health Information among Medical and Dental Students

Author(s) A. Vinita Mary, R. Kesavan, Vaishnavi. V, Allwyn Susil. A, Akshaya Tharini .P, Aysha Sherine Rahuman
Country India
Abstract Background: The proliferation of electronic health records and digital medical systems has brought about significant advancements in patient care and information management. However, concerns regarding the privacy and security of patients' health information have also intensified. As future healthcare practitioners, medical and dental students play a pivotal role in ensuring the safeguarding of sensitive patient data. This study aims to assess the awareness and understanding of privacy and security issues related to patients' health information among medical and dental students.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among a representative sample of medical and dental students from diverse academic institutions. A structured questionnaire was administered to assess participants' knowledge, attitudes, and practices concerning patient data privacy and security. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse the data, and associations between demographic factors and awareness levels were explored.
Results: The study findings reveal that while a substantial portion of medical and dental students recognize the importance of patient data privacy, a significant knowledge gap exists regarding the specific measures and protocols to ensure security. The research found that 232(71.7%) of the participants preferred electronic patient records for their ease of accessibility and 198 (61.4%) strongly valued privacy. Students expressed varying levels of understanding concerning encryption methods, access controls, and legal frameworks governing patient information.
Conclusion: This study underscores the imperative for comprehensive education and training programs focusing on privacy and security of patients' health information within medical and dental curricula. As future healthcare practitioners, medical and dental students must be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge contributing to a more secure and privacy-aware healthcare environment.
Keywords Healthcare, Data Protection laws, electronic records.
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 5, Issue 6, November-December 2023
Published On 2023-12-03
Cite This Cognizance About Privacy and Security of Patients Health Information among Medical and Dental Students - A. Vinita Mary, R. Kesavan, Vaishnavi. V, Allwyn Susil. A, Akshaya Tharini .P, Aysha Sherine Rahuman - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 6, November-December 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i06.9570
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i06.9570
Short DOI https://doi.org/gs7v4w
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