Official journal of the American College of Gastroenterology

INTRODUCTION: 

Electronic health records (EHRs) are a growing source of burden for clinicians treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

METHODS: 

We conducted an EHR survey study targeting IBD clinicians at leading IBD programs throughout the United States.

RESULTS: 

Surveys were sent to 65 IBD clinicians, with 46 responses (70.8%) collected, 41 (89%) were physicians. All clinicians (100%) believe there are opportunities for EHR improvement. Nineteen clinicians (41.3%) felt that their EHR does not enhance IBD patient care.

DISCUSSION: 

This is the first IBD program survey in the United States showing significant dissatisfaction and opportunity for EHR enhancements to improve patient care.