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Introduction to Interoperability, Standards and the Role of the Public Health Domain expert

This set of documents covers some computer science basics that for the foundation of interoperability including networks, transport protocols and other fundamental topics.

The interoperability of data, and delivery of a consistent level of data quality, are critical factors in the National Digital Health Strategy – both for quality of immediate care, and for the development of longer-term health strategies. This is the first of a three-part webinar series looking at interoperability and clinical terminologies, with a particular focus on the Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR), a key standard for interoperable data in Australia.