Georges De Moor

Georges De Moor
Nationality	Belgian
Occupation	Physician, Professor
Known for	Health informatics

Georges De Moor is a Belgian physician and professor known for his contributions to the field of health informatics. He has played a significant role in the development and implementation of electronic health records (EHR) and health information systems in Europe.

Early Life and Education

Georges De Moor was born in Belgium. He pursued his medical degree at the University of Ghent, where he later obtained a PhD in medical informatics.

Career

De Moor began his career as a practicing physician before transitioning into academia and research. He is a professor at the University of Ghent, where he teaches courses on health informatics and medical data management.

Contributions to Health Informatics

Georges De Moor is widely recognized for his work in health informatics. He has been involved in numerous projects aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare through the use of technology. His work includes the development of standards for electronic health records and the implementation of health information systems across Europe.

Professional Affiliations

De Moor has been an active member of several professional organizations related to health informatics. He has served as the president of the European Institute for Health Records (EuroRec) and has been involved with the International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA).

Research and Publications

Georges De Moor has published extensively on topics related to health informatics, electronic health records, and health information systems. His research has been influential in shaping policies and practices in the field of medical informatics.

Awards and Recognition

Throughout his career, De Moor has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to health informatics and medical education.

See Also

• Health informatics
• Electronic health record
• Medical informatics
• University of Ghent

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