Medical students are highly concerned with the industry's ability to freely exchange information, according to the 10th annual Epocrates Future Physicians of America survey.
The survey collects responses from more than 1,000 medical students to determine their opinions about medical training and industry practices.
Ninety-six percent of respondents said improving interoperability is critical to improving patient care. However, 44 percent are concerned with their ability to do so within a hospital or practice and 73 percent are concerned with their ability to do so with outside providers.
Respondents' preference for technology as a tool slightly varies. Approximately four out of 10 students said they first use a medical app for clinical answers, while three out of 10 said they would first ask a peer for help. However, nearly all respondents — 98 percent — said they prefer face-to-face patient consultations over virtual ones.
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