0029.24 Principles of the Electronic Health Record

The purpose of this Professional Practice Brief (PPB) is to advocate for the implementation of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and to outline the guiding principles for their effective adoption in healthcare organizations. This brief will also provide an overview of the relevant legal and regulatory principles, including aspects of access and data sharing. Additionally, it will include a summary of the Canadian Health Infoway Interoperability Roadmap and Bill C-72, highlighting their roles in advancing EHR integration and ensuring compliance with national standards.