Grant: Operating Grant

When patients are discharged from hospital, there is a crucial need for effective communication of clinical information from physicians and nurses who have cared for the patient in hospital to the health care providers who will assume care in the community. Unfortunately, research has shown that communication at time of patient discharge is typically not adequate and in need of improvement. This study will assess the potential benefits associated with a computer-based discharge communication tool being implemented in Alberta hospitals. The results of this study have potential to inform best practices for discharge communication in all jurisdictions.