FHIR Data Exchange Interview with our FHIR Expert Maja Bogdanovic
In a recent discussion, Iva Danilovic, Head of Business Development Department, sat down with Maja Bogdanovic, an expert in FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources). They talked about the practical aspects of FHIR, its role in healthcare, and its future potential. Maja, with her deep understanding of the subject, provides insights into how FHIR is changing the way healthcare data is shared and managed. This conversation offers a straightforward look at the real-world impact of FHIR in the healthcare sector.
Could you please explain to us what is FHIR?
FHIR, or Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources, represents a standard for exchanging healthcare information or data electronically.
How was data exchange handled before FHIR?
Before FHIR, data exchange often involved well-standardized record export using various formats and standards.
What makes FHIR stand out in the healthcare industry?
FHIR is unique because it's an open-source standard that facilitates easy and successful exchange of healthcare information among diverse organizations.
Can you elaborate on the support and community around FHIR?
FHIR has gained support from a growing international community, operating under the auspices of HL7.
It's important to note that different types of data are involved within various organizations and medical institutions.
Can you elaborate on the open-source nature of FHIR?
FHIR is an open-source standard that has gained significant support from a growing international community.
How has FHIR impacted the healthcare industry?
FHIR has revolutionized data exchange in healthcare, making it more efficient and standardized.
What challenges did the healthcare industry face before the advent of FHIR?
Before FHIR, interoperability was a major challenge, with data exchange often involving various formats and standards.
How does FHIR address these interoperability challenges?
FHIR addresses these challenges by providing a unified standard for healthcare data exchange, enhancing compatibility.
Exchange often involved well-standardized record export using various formats and standards. Interoperability in healthcare before FHIR was a significant challenge.
How difficult was it to achieve interoperability using other standards before FHIR?
Maja: Achieving interoperability with other standards was very difficult, often leading to compatibility issues and inefficiencies.
What significant changes did the FHIR standard bring to the healthcare system?
Maja: Introducing FHIR marked a significant shift in the approach to healthcare data exchange. It simplified processes and improved interoperability across different systems.
In your opinion, what is the future of FHIR in healthcare?
Maja: The future of FHIR looks promising. It's continuously evolving to meet the growing needs of the healthcare industry, focusing on enhancing data accessibility and security.
Conclusion
As our conversation with Maja Bogdanovic concludes, we are left with a clearer understanding of FHIR's crucial role in enhancing healthcare data interoperability. Maja's expertise illuminated the challenges faced before FHIR's implementation and the solutions it offers. It's evident that FHIR is not just a technical standard, but a pivotal tool in advancing healthcare efficiency and patient care. This dialogue with Maja serves as a reminder of the continuous evolution in healthcare technology and the ongoing efforts to make healthcare data more accessible and secure for all.
