Required Course Project Jennifer Garvin, PhD, MBA, RHIA, CTR, CPHQ, CCS, FAHIMA Faculty for Course Projects

Objectives Review project deliverable due dates Explore project topics Discuss project proposal and approval process Describe final abstract and executive summary Review presentation instructions Questions & Answers

Project Deliverable Due Dates July 23: Submit project proposal and receive approval September 17: Executive Summary and Abstract due TBD: Oral presentation of projects We tentatively plan to have you present your projects at an in-person meeting during the AMIA conference. If you are not able to travel to the AMIA conference, we will propose an alternate plan.

Choosing a Project Topic Problem Think of a problem or issue that can be solved (or at least partially addressed) using informatics principles. If possible, try to think of a problem that exists in your own work environment.

Choosing a Project Topic Solution Problem Solution Make sure the solution you propose addresses the problem you have identified. Solution

Proposal for project: Due July 23 Proposal is a one page word document Brief (250 words or less) A description of the informatics problem, The magnitude and scope of the problem, The stakeholders,   A general idea of the project plan (e.g., completion of a research paper, development of a clinical reminder, a pilot test of a revised process that involves principles of informatics practice or research) Remember, your project plan does not have to be implemented to receive credit.

Faculty Response to Proposal Approved or Rethink and Resubmit The feedback may include suggestions such as expand/limit scope; missing information; or add more clarity to the description

Proceed with approved project: Final due by September 17th TWO Final project documents Executive summary Abstract

Executive Summary (2-3 pages) Background Brief overview of problem. Statement of purpose Aims including business need and justification. Literature Review of Evidence Brief review of research and best practice references and sources applicable to the solution including learning points from the course. Proposed Solution Include description, project objectives, deliverables, stakeholders, measures of success, and current status of project. References Appendices (if applicable, not required) Charts, diagrams, algorithm, tables, or supplemental material

Abstract (1 page) The Abstract should include your name, email and contact information and a brief summary of the project. Required Elements Background and description of the problem Project Purpose and Aims Proposed Solution Project evaluation or measure of success Summary of current status of the project

Grading Rubric

Oral Presentation Venue Format Time Limit Visual Aids Tentatively at November AMIA conference in San Francisco, CA Format Small groups of about 5-10 people Time Limit 5-10 minutes (save a little time for questions) Visual Aids Audiovisual equipment will not be available, but you can distribute handouts. Do NOT bring or distribute PHI or PII (protected health information or personally identifiable information)

Questions You can also email me questions at any time. Jennifer.Garvin@va.gov and Jennifer.Garvin@hsc.utah.edu