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Connecting the Electronic Medical Records in the European Union 
This editorial discusses the integration of eHealth Systems in the European Union through the eHealth Digital Service Infrastructure (eHDSI) project. The EU's unique approach to integration involves overcoming language and system differences across 27 member states. The European Directive 2011/24/EU emphasizes patient rights in cross-border healthcare, pushing for interoperability in national eHealth systems.

The eHDSI project involves National Contact Points for eHealth (NCPeH) in each country, connecting through standardized interfaces. The project covers Patient Summary (PS) exchange, electronic prescription (eP), dispensation (eD), and Original Clinical Documents (OrCD) exchange.

Although eHDSI seems to be a viable project, its real-world usage is currently low. This can be attributed to technical complexities and incomplete implementation. Broader use should be pursued instead of expanding the system's capabilities. The complexity of the eHDSI and its implementation could pose additional challenges, and widespread use may not be achieved before 2030.

For an in depth analysis, visit DOI: https://doi.org/10.30953/thmt.v9.468

Author
Jan Bruthans, MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Technology, Czech Technical University in Prague, Czech Republic

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Telehealth and Medicine Today (THMT) open access international peer reviewed journal examines the value of telehealth and clinical automation, its use and scalable developments, clinical informatics, business process guidance, immersive patient experiences, market research, and the economic impact of digital health innovations in advancing value based care across the care continuum. Original research articles and reviews feature perspectives from multiple disciplines including medicine, technology, policy, economic, education, and social impact. Authors are encouraged to submit outcomes data to demonstrate real world cost efficiencies to enhance affordable, accessible, quality care through virtual and digital treatment modalities. 

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