Example of EHR/PHR use

• Log into health-care provider PHR
• Click on Vaccinations
• Import due date reminders --
  • To Microsoft Outlook
  • To Apple iCal
• Export reminders to smartphone or PDA
• Schedule appointments based on --
• Medical facilities offering the vaccine in your area
• Time-slots available at the medical facility
• Your availability (based on software scheduler)
• Go to appointment
• Confirm patient information and payment
• Get your vaccination
• PHR information automatically updated
• And you're DONE!  It's that EASY!  (Maybe)