Healthcare information systems: students' knowledge

Relevance. The knowledge of future medical and pharmaceutical workers about healthcare information systems is an integral part of drug provision in the provision of medical care. The willingness of students to use information technology contributes to the formation of qualified and sought-after specialists in the modern labor market. Methodology. Methods of content analysis, the method of expert assessments, questionnaires, grouping, comparative and structural analysis, mathematical and statistical methods were used. The analysis of the regulatory framework in the field of healthcare information support has been carried out. The requirements of professional standards for healthcare professionals on the use of information technology in their professional activities have been studied. A survey of medical university studentsin the fields of medicine, pediatrics, dentistry and pharmacy was conducted based on the proposed classification of healthcare information systems. Results. Sufficient awareness of medical university students about information systems and their readiness for use in professional activities has been revealed. Conclusion. The formation of appropriate information skills of young healthcare professionals in order to provide high-quality medical and medicinal care is ensured through coordinated actions by the state, educational institutions and medical and pharmaceutical organizations-employers.