Method Inform Med
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To propose an objective approach in order to determine the number of beds required for a hospital department by considering how recruitment fluctuates over time. To compare this approach with classical bed capacity planning techniques. ⋯ This approach could be considered as the first step of a family of methods for quantitative healthcare planning.
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IMIA, the International Medical Informatics Association, has adopted the IMIA Strategic Plan, "Towards IMIA 2015". In order to turn the vision into reality, we invite all members of IMIA, and others with an interest in our work, to engage in activities designed to achieve the key strategic goals of the plan. ⋯ Several projects are already being undertaken to support implementation of the IMIA Strategic Plan. IMIA looks forward to its members undertaking further projects, targeted at achieving its strategic goals and making the vision a reality by 2015.
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Peer review is a critical process in the publication of scientific findings; trainees and young investigators, however, have few opportunities to learn systematically how to review manuscripts. Journal editors have an opportunity to engage trainees and young investigators in the peer review process early during their career. ⋯ The journal expects that the Student Editorial Board will benefit trainees and young investigators in becoming skilled reviewers and engaged peers who can offer professional, constructive, and informative feedback and enhance the process of scientific communication.