The Centre for Health Information places a strong emphasis on the development and enforcement of strong policies and procedures for protecting personal information. As part of its responsibilities for the development of the Newfoundland and Labrador Electronic Health Record, the Centre also strives to be open and transparent about the assessment of the protection of personal information associated with these information systems.Questions regarding the Centre's privacy policies or activities should be directed to:
Lucy McDonald
Director, Privacy and Corporate Services
709-752-6060
lucym@nlchi.nl.ca
Policies and Procedures
Privacy and Access Policies and Procedures
Guidelines for Requesting Access to Data for Research Purposes
Privacy, Confidentiality and Access Principles and Guidelines for the Health Information Network
Privacy Impact Assessments
The Centre has completed several privacy impact assessments of the systems that will make up the Newfoundland and Labrador Electronic Health Record
Provider Registry
Client Registry (2005) Pharmacy Network - planning phase
- Appendix A - Privacy, Confidentiality and Access Principles and Guidelines for the Health Information Network, December 2004
- Appendix B - EHR Privacy and Security Requirements, February 7, 2005
- Appendix C - Privacy Solutions included in the Architectural Solution
- Appendix D - Legislation and Policy Frameworks, Sept 20 2005
Diagnostic Imaging - PACS












