Volume 21 (2024)
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Volume 19 (2022)
Volume 18 (2021)
Volume 17 (2020)
Volume 16 (2019)
Volume 15 (2018)
Volume 14 (2017)
Volume 13 (2016)
Volume 12 (2015)
Volume 11 (2014)
Volume 10 (2013)
Volume 8 (2011)
Volume 7 (2010)
Volume 6 (2009)
Volume 5 (2008)
Volume 4 (2007)
Volume 3 (2006)
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Volume 1 (2004)
Original Article(s)
Usability Evaluation of Hospital Information Systems in Hospitals Affiliated with Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Farahnaz Sadoughi; Masoumeh Khoshkam; Sayedeh Raziyeh Farahi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Hospital information systems (HISs) are computerized systems used as electronic tools for managing patient information. Usability is necessity for the success and acceptability of HISs and can enhance the quality of provided care. This study aimed to evaluate the usability of HISs in Hospitals ...  Read More

Original Article
Identification and Ranking of Factors Affecting the Implementation of Knowledge Management Based on TOPSIS Approach: A Case Study

Ahmad Shabani; Morteza Mohammadi Ostani; Hamed Forugozar

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Knowledge management is one of the most interesting and challenging issues of management in the new millennium. Educational and research institutions such as libraries and information centers are the most suitable places for the implementation of knowledge management programs. This study ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
Applying a Fuzzy AHP and BSC Approach for Evaluating the Performance of Hasheminejad Kidney Center, Iran

Amir Pouya Iravani Tabrizipour; Safar Fazli; Mohsen Alvandi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Balanced scorecard (BSC) is regarded as one of the successful tools in performance measurement. However, it neither absolutely nor comparatively provides the weight of each perspective and indicators related to each perspective. In this study, we applied a fuzzy analytical hierarchy process ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
Evaluating the Cases of Violating the Regulations of Medical Services Insurance Organization in Isfahan Province, Iran

Arash Ghodoosi; Heidar Ali Abedi; Akbar Mansouri; Ahmadreza Riaziat

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: The rapid increase in health costs across the world has forced governments to use insurance programs. Uncontrolled costs would reduce the financial ability of insurance organizations in providing services. Abuse of health insurance wastes 3-15% of the health budget annually. This study ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
Evaluating the Knowledge of Physicians about and their Usage of Iranian National Medical Digital Library in Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Shahin Mojiri; Alireza Rahimi; Zahra Bahrami; Mohsen Yaghoubi; Parvin Hematian

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Increasing volume of information in various sciences, such as medicine, has led to the use of various strategies to effectively provide students, researchers, and teachers with medical and paramedical information. The Iranian Ministry of Health and Medical Education has developed an online ...  Read More

Original Article
Investigation and Ranking of Iranian Provinces in Terms of Access to Health Sector Indicators

Mohammad Hossein Tahari Mehrjardi; Hamid Babaei Mybodi; Ali Morovati sharifabadi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Health services currently support physical and mental health of individuals and are a prerequisite for sustainable development in every community. However, such benefits cannot be gained unless balanced distribution of health and treatment facilities and equipments among various geographical ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
Effects of Including a Brief Disease Progress Column in Physician Order Sheets of Hospital Documents on Improved Recording of Disease Progress

Mohammad Reza Esmaeili Dooki; Hadi Sorkhi; Seyed Abbas Fatemi; Fatemeh Hosseinzadeh; Yadollah Zahedpasha; Ahmad Tamaddoni; Naeimeh Nakhjavani; Rahim Barari Savadkohi; Iraj Mohammadzadeh; Mohammad Reza Salehiomran; Mousa Ahmadpour Kacho; Abbas Hadipoor; Soheil Osia; Mahmoud Hajiahmadi; Ali Bijani; Hassan Mahmoodi Nesheli; Peiman Eshraghi; Kazem Babazadeh; Ali Mohammadpour Mir

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Medical records consist of documents evidencing a patient's health status at a moment of life. There is a close relationship between disease progress and daily physician orders issued in medical records. Each order in fact reflects the patient's medical status and his/her disease progress. ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
Interactivity, Changeability, and Non-Textual Content of Websites of Iranian Hospital Libraries

Sedigheh Mohamadesmaeil; Mahrokh Nassehi Oskouei

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: With the increasing role of the Internet as one of the most important sources of information on the one hand, and the enhancement of its usability on the other, it is necessary for web designers and developers to be familiar with the criteria that make a website usable. Therefore, this ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
Exploring the Extent and Nature of Outsourcing in Public Hospitals Affiliated with Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Feizolah Akbari; Hossein Joudaki; Mahmood Mahmoudi; Ali Akbari Sari; Alireza Namazi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Measuring the extent and nature of outsourcing in public hospitals affiliated with Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), Tehran, Iran was the aim of this study.Methods: In this cross-sectional applied study, we reviewed the relevant literature and interviewed with 5 experts to introduce ...  Read More

Original Article
Quality Assessment of Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials Indexed in PubMed Using CONSORT Statement

Alireza Amanollahi; Farhad Shokraneh; Hafez Mohammadhassanzadeh; Mohammad Ebrahimi-Kalan; Ghazaleh Banani

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Most physicians consider abstracts to give a general idea about the full text of an article. Abstracts, as summative and informative parts, contain main information of papers. They also point out the content of papers to readers. The importance of abstracts leads journals to be stricter ...  Read More

Original Article(s)
The Relation between Information Mechanisms and Medical Tourist Attraction in Hospitals of Tehran, Iran

Seyed Jamaloddin Tabibi; Amir Ashkan Nasiripour; Ali Ayubian; Hossein Bagherian MahmoodAbadi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Medical tourism marketing is currently known as a competitive and profitable industry throughout the world. It is considered as a modern field of developed tourism. Appropriate provision of information would increase the awareness of medical tourists about the capabilities of health services. ...  Read More

مقاله مروری نقلی
The Study of Management Contract Conditions in Healthcare Organizations of Selected Countries

Soodabeh Vatankhah; Mohammadreza Maleki; Shahram Tofighi; Omid Barati; Sima Rafiei

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Public hospitals can privatize management activities by contracting with a private organization or person to perform the work. Management contract is a method which uses private sector for major government projects like hospitals. This review study evaluated management contract conditions in selected ...  Read More

Short Communication(s)
Situation Analysis of Outpatient Information Management Systems in Hospitals Affiliated with Universities of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Farkhondeh Asadi; Hamid Moghaddasi; Azamolsadat Hosseini; Mohammd Dehghani

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: Ambulatory care is an inseparable part of health care system. It is commonly considered as the entrance of the patient to the health care system. High qualify ambulatory care has an important role in reducing mortality and morbidity rates. On the other hand, quality of information has an ...  Read More

Short Communication(s)
Quality Assessment of Services Provided by Libraries of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Using Gap Analysis Model (Libqual), Iran

Mohammadreza Hashemian; Mohammad Javad Alemokhtar; Akbar Hasanzadeh

Volume 9, Issue 3 , May and June 2012

Abstract
  Introduction: The LibQUAL model measures 3 dimensions on a scale of approximately 22 aspects of services. The purpose of the present research was to evaluate the quality of services provided by libraries of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences using the LibQUAL model. Methods: In a descriptive research, ...  Read More