We search the world for the best and latest evidence and combine this with local health datasets to turn information into action.
We search the world for the best and latest evidence and combine this with local health datasets to turn information into action.
The robust data repository integrates bone and joint data from the Alberta health system and patient-reported health outcomes.
Generating new localized evidence by supporting clinical and basic science research projects.
Bringing to life new strategies for improving health care processes and service delivery in Alberta.
ABJHI has a wide range of skills and expertise to link and integrate datasets across different sites in the province, providing a map across the continuum of care. Information sources for bone and joint health in Alberta present challenges to research, quality improvement, and quality assurance. There is variation in clinical data capture on a site-to-site basis and not all electronic medical record systems are accessible to the public health system. Health care is also rarely static as patients and their needs change, and new knowledge sheds light on practices, procedures, drugs, and devices.
We act as a change agent, operating the repository through affiliation agreements with custodians of health data, including Alberta Health Services and orthopedic surgeons and other physicians.
Contact us to find out how we can support you and your care team on improving the delivery of bone and joint health care services.
A privacy impact assessment has been approved by the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC File #HS281) governing the controls in place to protect patient and provider privacy, and to ensure compliance with Alberta’s Health Information Act.
