What factors affect the use of electronic patient records by Irish GPs?

Background: The use of electronic patient records (EPR) by Irish GPs has grown substantially over the past decade but a significant number of GPs continue to use manual record systems.

Objectives: This study attempts to determine the factors which affect the uptake of an EPR by Irish GPs.

Methods And Materials: Two national postal surveys of Irish General Practitioners (GPs) were carried out in 2000 and again in 2003.