Electronic Health Records Implementation in Government own Hospitals Across Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study assessed the level of Electronic Health Records (EHR) implementation in Government own hospitals across Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional descriptive design was adopted, involving 334 healthcare workers from five public hospitals. Data were collected using a structured, validated questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and multivariate regression. Approximately 50.3% of respondents reported moderate EHR implementation, while 49.7% reported low implementation. Personnel resources were identified as the most available (45.51%), while inadequate funding was the greatest challenge (31.94%). Manual data transmission dominated at 90.42%. Significant variations in implementation levels were observed across professional categories, staff status, and years of service. The study recommends targeted capacity building, infrastructural investment, and inclusive implementation strategies.