title: An integrated perinatal information system and telecommunications networking.
abstract: The integrated perinatal information system in Albany Medical Center has two significant features: that of a flexible user-definable database and ease of networking both locally and regionally. The unified perinatal record is structured in Ansi standard MUMPS and resides on the College Vax 750. A special set of program tools ensures effective multi-split screen display, moving pointers, and corresponding multiple choice entries. Because it is self contained, it has the ability to create complex data structures without programming. A powerful math/statistical library has been incorporated. In house, the use of existing PABX wire allows for simultaneous voice/data traffic. Linkage to the regional system is made by modem connection. The system is compatible with the demands of both clinical and regional management.
mesh_terms: D003201:Computers; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D006746:Hospital Bed Capacity, 500 and over; D006753:Hospital Records; D006801:Humans; D007256:Information Systems / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009518:New York; D010500:Perinatology; D013685:Telecommunications