DHA Integrative Review Project Prospectus Form

(For Students that started the DHA program in Fall 2021 or after)

Students | Complete your DHA project planning using this form. This form must be completed exactly as instructed in the appendix to be approved. For additional information and resources, refer to the DHA Project Completion page. There are five sections on the form to complete that must be approved by your committee. The six sections include:

 

1. Research Problem

2. Purpose and Review Question

3. Framework

4. Significance

5. Research Alignment Table

6. Appendix (The appendix provides examples and instructions on how to complete this form)

 

Submit this completed form into MyDR for formal evaluation and feedback when your project mentor indicates that you are ready to do so.

 

Student’s Name Student ID | Click or tap here to enter text.

Program | Submission Date | Click arrow to select a date.

*Remember that your study focus must be within the realm of your program and specialization area.

 

 

Evaluators Only | Complete this section and provide feedback on responses and rubric scores in the form where noted.

 

Mentor’s Name | Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose an item.

Co-Mentor’s Name | Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose an item.

 

Working Title

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Provide a concise (aim for 12 words or fewer) working title for this study. (Be sure to include your HSO type and practice-based problem.)

Enhancing Telemedicine Services in Community Hospitals: Addressing Information management for improved outcome.

Section 1: Practice-based Problem

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Healthcare Services Organization (HSO) Type

With no more than 1-2 sentences identify and describe your selected HSO type.

Community hospitals that provide healthcare services, including emergency care, primary care, and outpatient services, particularly in underserved or rural areas.

HSO Problem of Interest

What is the healthcare services organization (HSO) problem of interest that prompted you to search the literature to find out more? Write only 1-2 complete sentences using a scholarly tone.

 

Limited access to quality healthcare in underserved areas due to ineffective information management, information managerial and clinical decision-making.

Healthcare Administration Problem

In one sentence, what is your healthcare administration problem? This will be more focused than the problem of interest noted above.

User training, patient confidentiality , data security , regulation and compliance, and interoperability hinder operational efficiency and patient access
Health Administration Research Domains

Which DHA research domain does your healthcare administration problem align with?

Community hospitals often lack comprehensive strategies to train, support, and retain healthcare professionals in adopting and effectively using telemedicine tools towards patient confidentiality, data security, regulation and compliance, and interoperability.

Healthcare Administration Research Problem Justification Sources

Provide a minimum of 3 sources that clearly state in the conclusion or research findings of the published source that a healthcare administration problem currently exists.

Source 1

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Hadian M, Jelodar ZK, Khanbebin MJ, Atafimanesh P, Asiabar AS, Dehagani SMH. Challenges of Implementing Telemedicine Technology: A systematized Review . Int J Prev Med. 29;15:8. DOI: 10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_48_23

Purpose of Research (1 sentence only):

The study’s purpose is to determine the challenges facing the health system of different countries in the application of telemedicine.

Author’s Conclusion or Results of Research (1 sentence only):

The authors concluded that telemedicine presents significant opportunities in healthcare and addressing the challenges is essential for improved outcomes

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

The article address challenges in telemedicine application in my HSO hence direct justifies my case.

 

Source 2

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Anawade PA, Sharma D, Gahane S. A Comprehensive Review on Exploring the Impact of Telemedicine on Healthcare Accessibility. Cureus. 2024 Mar 12; 16(3):e55996. DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55996

Purpose of Research (1 sentence only):

To examine impact of telemedicine on healthcare accessibility, exploring its ability to overcome geographical, financial, sociocultural, and infrastructural barriers to healthcare access

Author’s Conclusion or Results of Research (1 sentence only):

The researchers concluded that streamlining telemedicine challenges supports cost reduction, quality and improved care delivery.

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

This article aligns with how effective information management addresses telemedicine adoptability and challenges.

 

Source 3

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Benjamin, I., Idoko, J., Alakwe, J., 3, Ugwu, O., OchanyaIdoko, F., & Ayoola, V. (2024). The role of telemedicine in rural America: Overcoming electrical and technological barriers to improve health outcomes. International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 12(02), 188–205

Purpose of Research (1 sentence only):

The research explore the current state of telemedicine in rural America, identifying the key challenges related to infrastructure and technology that impede its widespread adoption

Author’s Conclusion or Results of Research (1 sentence only):

The authors conclude that there are infrastructural , technological and application challenges are existing in telemedicine implementation.

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

Identifying the challenge’s in telemedicine application resonates with my paper’s HSO

 

Practice Gap Statement

Now that you have identified a current healthcare administration problem you will compose a Practice Gap Statement (PGS) following the example and instructions in the appendix. Your PGS should not be longer that 2-3 sentences.

Based on American Hospital Associations, by 2017, 61.2% hospitals have developed remote patients monitoring capabilities. Statistics shows that 97% of Americans can receive telemedicine services with the figure downsizing to 65% in Rural areas.

Practice Gap Sources

Provide a minimum of 1 source that clearly states desired ideal state of professional practice related to your healthcare administration problem.

Source 1

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Nwankwo, E., Emeihe, E., Ajegbile, M., Olaboye, J., & Maha, C. (2024). Integrating Telemedicine and AI to Improve Healthcare Access in Rural Settings. International Journal of Life Science Research Archive, 2024, 07(01), 059–077

Desired Ideal State of Professional Practice:

Improved healthcare services in rural settings

Desired Ideal State of Professional Practice:

Enhanced remote consultations, diagnosis, and treatment and telecommunication technology

Section 1: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

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Detailed Feedback:

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Program

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Section 2: Purpose and Review Questions

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The research purpose and review questions must be derived entirely by the sources provided in section 1.

Research Purpose

To address your stated problem, what is the purpose of your study using no more than 1-2 sentences??

To address Telemedicine Services in Community Hospitals: Addressing Information management for improved outcome

Review Question(s)

Conclude with your review question. (1 sentences)

What are the strategies to enhance telemedicine application through effective information management in rural healthcare settings?

Section 2: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

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Program

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Detailed Feedback:

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Section 3: Framework

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Framework (Conceptual or Theoretical)

What theory(ies) and/or concept(s) support (frame) your study and who are the original authors? Provide an in-text citation with your response, and the complete APA reference.

 

Source 1

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Novikova, Z., Singerb, S., & Milstein, A. (2021). Innovation Diffusion Across 13 Specialties And Associated Clinician Characteristics. Advances in Health Care Management, (22), 97–115

Purpose of Framework (1 sentence only):

To explain how innovations spread within a social system over time

Key Constructs of Framework (1 sentence only):

Identifies innovators and early adaptors, perceived attributes and communication channels

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

Diffusion of Innovation Theory provide an effective framework on how technologies such as telemedicine is innovated and adopted in a clinical settings, resonating with my HSO on improving quality care in healthcare setting through effective information management in telemedicine applications.

Full APA Citation:

Chen, B., Chang, Y., Wang, B., Zou, J., & Tu, S. (2024). Technology acceptance model perspective on the intention to participate in medical talents training in China. Heliyon 10 (2024) e26206,

Purpose of Framework (1 sentence only):

Technology acceptance model focuses on factors that facilitate technology acceptance

Key Constructs of Framework (1 sentence only):

The Framework accommodate key concepts including perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

In the healthcare, setting the framework helps assess whether healthcare providers believe telemedicine is beneficial and easy to integrate, addressing information management challenges.

 

How do these theories and/or concepts relate to your healthcare administration problem, purpose, and review question? (no more than 2-3 sentences)
Diffusion of Innovation Theory provide an effective framework on how technologies such as telemedicine is innovated and adopted in a clinical settings, resonating with my HSO on improving quality care in healthcare setting through effective information management in telemedicine applications. In the healthcare, setting the framework helps assess whether healthcare providers believe telemedicine is beneficial and easy to integrate, addressing information management challenges.

 

 

Section 3: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

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Program

Met ☐

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Detailed Feedback:

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Section 4: Significance

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Significance

How will your study address the meaningful, discipline-specific issue that you identified and therefore contribute to your field, discipline, professional practice, etc. contributing to positive social change?

 

Addressing challenges in telemedicine information management in rural healthcare setting will improve accessibility and quality care , hence a social change

 

Significance of study related to social determinants?
Improved telemedicine adoption and improved patient outcomes

Section 4: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

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Program

Met ☐

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Detailed Feedback:

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Section 5: Research Alignment Table

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Complete the Research Design Alignment Table using the information from earlier sections of this form. Using an alignment table can assist with ensuring the alignment of your research design.

Research Design Alignment Table Video Tutorial (YouTube) Doctoral Research Design Alignment Appointments or Office Hours

Healthcare Administration Problem

 

Practice Gap

 

Purpose

 

Review Question

 

Theoretical Framework

List the theories and/or conceptual framework.

 

User training, patient confidentiality , data security , regulation and compliance, and interoperability hinder operational efficiency and patient access Based on American Hospital Associations, by 2017, 61.2% hospitals have developed remote patients monitoring capabilities. Statistics shows that 97% of Americans can receive telemedicine services with the figure downsizing to 65% in Rural areas. To address Telemedicine Services in Community Hospitals: Addressing Information management for improved outcome What are the strategies to enhance telemedicine application through effective information management in rural healthcare settings? Diffusion of Innovation Theory provide an effective framework on how technologies such as telemedicine is innovated and adopted in a clinical settings, resonating with my HSO on improving quality care in healthcare setting through effective information management in telemedicine applications

Section 5: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

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Program

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

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Once your Research Design Alignment Table is completed, reflect on your design alignment. Ask yourself:

1. Is there a logical progression from the problem of interest to the healthcare administration problem, practice gap, purpose/review question?

2. Does the identified framework ground the investigation into the healthcare administration problem?

3. Do the problem of interest and framework align with the purpose/review question?

 

Appendix

The Doctoral Prospectus

 

The DHA Project Plan is a brief document that provides preliminary information about your doctoral research and is used in two ways:

1. It serves as the tentative plan for developing the project and is evaluated to ensure doctoral-level work (e.g., feasibility, alignment, etc.).

2. It provides information used to assign the projects mentors.

 

DHA Project Plan approval from the project mentor, project co-mentor, and a program-level designee is required for you to move forward and work on your project. The plan is subject to change, and parts of your research design may need to be adjusted after you complete your exhaustive review of the literature during proposal development.

 

 

 

Working Title Instructions and Example

 

 

 

Enhancing Telemedicine Services in Community Hospitals: Addressing Information management for improved outcome.

 

 

 

Section 1: Research Problem Instructions and Examples

Healthcare Services Organization (HSO) Type

Instructions: At the beginning of the DHA program students were asked to select an HSO type to research in each course in preparation for the Doctoral study. Identify and describe your selected HSO type and any unique characteristics that help provide specificity to your research.

 

With no more than 1-2 sentences identify and describe your selected HSO type.

 

Examples of HSO types can be located on the DHA Project Completion page.

 

Hospitals/Health systems – rural hospitals

HSO Problem of Interest

What is the healthcare services organization (HSO) problem of interest that prompted you to search the literature to find out more? The problem of interest is a high-level problem that all HSO of the same type are experiencing.

 

Write only 1-2 complete sentences using a scholarly tone.

 

The need to enhance telemedicine application in rural hospitals through effective information management

Healthcare Administration Problem

Instructions: A healthcare administration problem is a focused topic of concern, a condition to be improved upon, or troubling question that is supported in published research-based articles and/or grey literature like reports (annual, research, technical, project), white or working papers, government reports, and organizational evaluations.

In one sentence, what is your healthcare administration problem? This will be more focused than the problem of interest noted above.

 

User training, patient confidentiality , data security , regulation and compliance, and interoperability hinder operational efficiency and patient access

Which DHA research category does your healthcare administration problem align with?

 

A list of DHA research domains can be located on the DHA Project Completion page.

Quality improvement

Healthcare Administration Problem Justification Sources

Instructions: Students are required to provide at least 3 credible sources that state a healthcare administration problem exist. Students should read all sources completely but pay special attention to what the authors state the conclusion or research results are from their work. To build on the previous research in the field students must have at least three sources within the last 5 years that clearly state a problem exist. One example is provided below:

Provide a minimum of 3 sources that clearly state in the conclusion or research findings that a healthcare administration problem currently exists.

 

Source 1

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Hadian M, Jelodar ZK, Khanbebin MJ, Atafimanesh P, Asiabar AS, Dehagani SMH. Challenges of Implementing Telemedicine Technology: A systematized Review . Int J Prev Med. 29;15:8. DOI: 10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_48_23

Purpose of Research (1 sentence only):

The study’s purpose is to determine the challenges facing the health system of different countries in the application of telemedicine.

Author’s Conclusion or Results of Research (1 sentence only):

The authors concluded that telemedicine presents significant opportunities in healthcare and addressing the challenges is essential for improved outcomes

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

The article address challenges in telemedicine application in my HSO hence direct justifies my case.

 

Source 2

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Anawade PA, Sharma D, Gahane S. A Comprehensive Review on Exploring the Impact of Telemedicine on Healthcare Accessibility. Cureus. 2024 Mar 12; 16(3):e55996. DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55996

Purpose of Research (1 sentence only):

To examine impact of telemedicine on healthcare accessibility, exploring its ability to overcome geographical, financial, sociocultural, and infrastructural barriers to healthcare access

Author’s Conclusion or Results of Research (1 sentence only):

The researchers concluded that streamlining telemedicine challenges supports cost reduction, quality and improved care delivery.

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

This article aligns with how effective information management addresses telemedicine adoptability and challenges.

 

Source 3

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Benjamin, I., Idoko, J., Alakwe, J., 3, Ugwu, O., OchanyaIdoko, F., & Ayoola, V. (2024). The role of telemedicine in rural America: Overcoming electrical and technological barriers to improve health outcomes. International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 12(02), 188–205

Purpose of Research (1 sentence only):

The research explore the current state of telemedicine in rural America, identifying the key challenges related to infrastructure and technology that impede its widespread adoption

Author’s Conclusion or Results of Research (1 sentence only):

The authors conclude that there are infrastructural , technological and application challenges are existing in telemedicine implementation.

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

Identifying the challenge’s in telemedicine application resonates with my paper’s HSO

 

Source 1

(Required)

Based on American Hospital Associations, by 2017, 61.2% hospitals have developed remote patients monitoring capabilities. Statistics shows that 97% of Americans can receive telemedicine services with the figure downsizing to 65% in Rural areas.

Practice Gap Sources

Provide a minimum of 1 source that clearly states desired ideal state of professional practice related to your healthcare administration problem.

Source 1

(Required)

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services provides public data on hospital readmissions and the national average for heart failure readmissions is 15.59%

 

 

Section 2: Purpose and Review Questions

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The research purpose and review questions must be derived entirely by the sources provided in section 1.

Research Purpose

To address your stated problem, what is the purpose of your study using no more than 1-2 sentences??

To address Telemedicine Services in Community Hospitals: Addressing Information management for improved outcome

Review Question(s)

Conclude with your review question. (1 sentences)

What are the strategies to enhance telemedicine application through effective information management in rural healthcare settings?

Section 2: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

Click or tap here to enter text.

Program

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

Click or tap here to enter text.

Section 3: Framework

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Framework (Conceptual or Theoretical)

What theory(ies) and/or concept(s) support (frame) your study and who are the original authors? Provide an in-text citation with your response, and the complete APA reference.

 

Source 1

(Required)

Full APA Citation:

Novikova, Z., Singerb, S., & Milstein, A. (2021). Innovation Diffusion Across 13 Specialties And Associated Clinician Characteristics. Advances in Health Care Management, (22), 97–115

Purpose of Framework (1 sentence only):

To explain how innovations spread within a social system over time

Key Constructs of Framework (1 sentence only):

Identifies innovators and early adaptors, perceived attributes and communication channels

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

Diffusion of Innovation Theory provide an effective framework on how technologies such as telemedicine is innovated and adopted in a clinical settings, resonating with my HSO on improving quality care in healthcare setting through effective information management in telemedicine applications.

Full APA Citation:

Chen, B., Chang, Y., Wang, B., Zou, J., & Tu, S. (2024). Technology acceptance model perspective on the intention to participate in medical talents training in China. Heliyon 10 (2024) e26206,

Purpose of Framework (1 sentence only):

Technology acceptance model focuses on factors that facilitate technology acceptance

Key Constructs of Framework (1 sentence only):

The Framework accommodate key concepts including perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use

How this relates to my study (1 sentence only):

In the healthcare, setting the framework helps assess whether healthcare providers believe telemedicine is beneficial and easy to integrate, addressing information management challenges.

 

How do these theories and/or concepts relate to your healthcare administration problem, purpose, and review question? (no more than 2-3 sentences)
Diffusion of Innovation Theory provide an effective framework on how technologies such as telemedicine is innovated and adopted in a clinical settings, resonating with my HSO on improving quality care in healthcare setting through effective information management in telemedicine applications. In the healthcare, setting the framework helps assess whether healthcare providers believe telemedicine is beneficial and easy to integrate, addressing information management challenges.

 

 

Section 3: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

Click or tap here to enter text.

Program

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

Click or tap here to enter text.

Section 4: Significance

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Significance

How will your study address the meaningful, discipline-specific issue that you identified and therefore contribute to your field, discipline, professional practice, etc. contributing to positive social change?

 

Addressing challenges in telemedicine information management in rural healthcare setting will improve accessibility and quality care , hence a social change

 

Significance of study related to social determinants?
Improved telemedicine adoption and improved patient outcomes

Section 4: Feedback and Scoring

Project mentors will provide a scoring of “Met” or “Not Met” for this section. In the case of a “Not Met” scoring detailed feedback will be included on how to successfully revise the specific elements above.

Mentor

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

Click or tap here to enter text.

Program

Met ☐

Not Met ☐

Detailed Feedback:

Click or tap here to enter text.

Section 5: Research Alignment Table

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Complete the Research Design Alignment Table using the information from earlier sections of this form. Using an alignment table can assist with ensuring the alignment of your research design.

Research Design Alignment Table Video Tutorial (YouTube) Doctoral Research Design Alignment Appointments or Office Hours

Healthcare Administration Problem

 

Practice Gap

 

Purpose

 

Review Question

 

Theoretical Framework

List the theories and/or conceptual framework.

 

User training, patient confidentiality , data security , regulation and compliance, and interoperability hinder operational efficiency and patient access Based on American Hospital Associations, by 2017, 61.2% hospitals have developed remote patients monitoring capabilities. Statistics shows that 97% of Americans can receive telemedicine services with the figure downsizing to 65% in Rural areas. To address Telemedicine Services in Community Hospitals: Addressing Information management for improved outcome What are the strategies to enhance telemedicine application through effective information management in rural healthcare settings? Diffusion of Innovation Theory provide an effective framework on how technologies such as telemedicine is innovated and adopted in a clinical settings, resonating with my HSO on improving quality care in healthcare setting through effective information management in telemedicine applications

 

 

My Doctoral Research ( MyDR)

 

If you have not done so already, you should familiarize yourself with the My DR system. The MyDR system was designed to assist you and your mentors in navigating your doctoral research journey, from the very beginning through the final approval. The various landing pages in MyDR will track your progress and will serve as a central location for resources to support that progress. There is a process flow tool in which you exchange and store faculty evaluations of and feedback on your work as you progress along that journey.

 

You will be entered into the MyDR system when both your mentor and co-mentor are approved by the academic program.

Section 2: Purpose and Review Questions (Refined)
Research Purpose
The purpose of this integrative review is to synthesize existing literature to identify administrative strategies for optimizing information management, interoperability, and staff training to enhance telemedicine outcomes in rural community hospitals.
Review Question
What evidence-based administrative strategies can community hospital leaders implement to overcome information management and technological barriers to telemedicine adoption in rural settings?

Section 3: Framework
(Instruction: Identify a theoretical or conceptual framework that anchors your study.)
Selected Framework: Technology Acceptance Model (TAM)
  • Core Concepts: Perceived Usefulness (PU) and Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU).
  • Application: This study utilizes TAM to evaluate how administrative decisions regarding user training and system interoperability influence a clinician’s willingness to adopt telemedicine tools in resource-constrained environments.

Section 4: Significance
(Instruction: Describe how this study contributes to the profession and HSO.)
Significance to Healthcare Administration
  • Operational Efficiency: Provides a roadmap for administrators to reduce silos in data security and patient confidentiality protocols.
  • Social Change: Addresses the “digital divide” by offering scalable solutions for underserved populations, directly improving healthcare equity in rural areas.
  • Policy Advancement: Offers evidence to support investments in interoperable infrastructure and comprehensive staff development programs.

Section 5: Research Alignment Table
Component Alignment Description
Practice-Based Problem Ineffective information management and clinical decision-making in rural telemedicine.
Research Domain Healthcare Technology and Information Management / Professional Development.
Purpose Statement To synthesize strategies for improving telemedicine delivery via robust data management.
Review Question Focused on administrative strategies for rural technological barriers.
Framework Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) for evaluating adoption drivers.

Section 6: Appendix (Instructions for Submission)
  • Ensure all APA 7 citations match the references provided in Section 1.
  • Verify that your Cumulative Hours in Supervision Assist are updated if this project coincides with your practicum.
  • Check that your Working Title is 12 words or fewer.
    • Current count check: “Enhancing Telemedicine in Community Hospitals: Managing Information for Improved Outcomes” (10 words).