Study Examines Emoji Usage Patterns in Electronic Health Record Clinical Notes
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Summary
This cross-sectional study examines the use of emojis in electronic health record (EHR) clinical notes and patient portal messages. The research investigates the frequency, characteristics, and patterns of emoji usage in healthcare documentation, analyzing how these digital symbols are incorporated into medical records and communication between clinicians and patients.
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· 3 pulledEmojis are small digital images that visually express emotions, ideas, or concepts.
Their use has been reported in health care settings, such as texting between clinicians, but we are unaware of studies characterizing emojis within electronic health record (EHR) clinical notes, including patient portal messages.
This cross-sectional study was approved by the University of Michigan Institutional Review Board with a waiver of informed consent because it was deemed minimal risk, without direct involvement.
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