title: Beyond effectiveness: the evaluation of information systems using A Comprehensive Health Technology Assessment Framework.
abstract: A Comprehensive Health Technology Assessment Framework is presented as a conceptual tool for decision-making about health technologies, including information technologies. The aim of the model is to provide an empirical, evidence-based foundation for health technology decisions. The major framework dimensions are (1) population at risk, (2) population impact, (3) economic concerns, (4) social context (including ethical, legal, and political concerns), and (5) technology assessment information. This multi-disciplinary approach provides guidelines on use of appropriate information in aligning 'stakeholder wants' and 'population needs'.
authors.affiliation: BC Office of Health Technology Assessment, University of British Columbia, Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, 429-2194 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6T 1Z3.
authors.forename: Arminée
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Kazanjian
authors.forename: Carolyn J
authors.initials: CJ
authors.lastname: Green
mesh_terms: D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D008490:Medical Informatics / Q000592:standards*; D013673:Technology Assessment, Biomedical