Impact of Electronic Health Records on Healthcare Delivery in Public Hospitals in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State.

Authors

  • Elemi Eko Edu Department of Public Health, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Author
  • Dr. Ikpoko-ore-ebirien Dike Isaruk Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26765/DRJPHET36577643

Keywords:

EHR Impact, Healthcare Delivery, EHR Facilitators, EHR Barriers, Calabar Metropolis, Nigeria.

Abstract

This study examined the impact of Electronic Health Records (EHR) on healthcare delivery and identified the facilitators and barriers to EHR implementation across public hospitals in Calabar Metropolis. A cross-sectional descriptive design was employed among 334 healthcare workers. Near-universal recognition of EHR benefits was documented: improved communication (99.7%), centralized data storage (99.1%), and quick record access (95.78%). Attitude toward EHR emerged as the strongest predictor of perceived impact (β=0.378, p<0.001). Leading barriers included lack of user involvement (94.19%), distrust in system quality (85.98%), and poor training and support (84.38%). Knowledge and attitude significantly predicted facilitator scores. The study recommends participatory EHR design, sustained training, and financial investment to accelerate implementation.

Impact of Electronic Health Records on Healthcare Delivery in Public Hospitals in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State

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Published

2026-04-14

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026): Direct Research Journal of Public Health and Environmental Technology

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Edu, E. E., & Isaruk, D. I.- ore- ebirien D. (2026). Impact of Electronic Health Records on Healthcare Delivery in Public Hospitals in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State. Direct Research Journal of Public Health and Environmental Technology, 11(1), 120-124. https://doi.org/10.26765/DRJPHET36577643