Abstract
Hand-held computers such as the Apple Newton MessagePad, HP 200LX, Psion 3a, and Franklin DBS-2 are now powerful enough to be useful to family physicians in their care of patients. Each fits in a laboratory coat pocket, weighs a pound or less, costs less than $700, turns on instantly, and has excellent battery life. A wide variety of software, including computerized medical records, medical calculators, and medical references, is available.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 385-392 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Family Practice |
Volume | 41 |
Issue number | 4 |
State | Published - Jan 1 1995 |
Keywords
- Computers
- computerized medical records
- family physicians
- medical informatics computing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Family Practice