Draft Models

As explained in the IDME description, expert knowledge of data, its organisation, associated rules and reports are defined as meta data (archetype model) which is stored in a database called a model.  This encapsulation of clinical or business knowledge means that draft models can be formulated based on best practise and that these drafts are used as a rapid way of developing a new clinical/business solution using either the IDME or Clinixian.

Our research and development is also looking at using standard nomencaltures such as SNOMED CT to create a data dictionary and its associated hierarchy that can be used to develop a source for new clinical models.

Meridian intends to develop models for a large range of clinical disciplines eg:

Chronic illnesses:

• Diabetes care
• Asthma care
• Allergy care

Other medical or clinical disciplines:

Allied Health:

• Physiotherapy
• Audiology
• Rehabilitation

Other:

• Community Nursing
• Palliative Care