Publications by authors named "Brian P Thoms"
Background: There is an opportunity for personal health record (PHR) systems to play a vital role in fostering health self-management within underserved populations. If properly designed and promoted, it is possible that patients will use PHRs to become more empowered in taking an active role toward managing their health needs.
Purpose: This research examines the potential of a cyberinfrastructure-based PHR to encourage patient activation in health care, while also having population health implications.