Informatics for Health Professionals

Informatics for Health Professionals, 2nd Edition, is a textbook that introduces health informatics concepts to students across diverse healthcare disciplines. The text uses the Foundation of Knowledge model to examine information management in the Knowledge Era, guiding learners on how information supports patient care.

The volume addresses fundamental topics in the discipline, including the principles of interoperability and informatics tools intended for continuing education and professional development. It also examines communication resources, addressing how patients and healthcare professionals utilize social media platforms.

Developed for allied health students in disciplines such as physical therapy, dietetics, and respiratory therapy, the text connects foundational informatics concepts to collaborative healthcare environments.