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Table 1 Interview guide
| Interview question | Prompt |
|---|---|
| What is your experience with the current orthopaedic discharge summary? | Have you experienced any deficiencies or challenges while reading or writing a discharge summary? (If yes, please describe) |
| What do you view as redundant or minimally useful components of the current discharge summary? | |
| What would you like to see changed with a new electronic discharge summary template? | What do you see as valuable elements of a high quality orthopaedic-specific discharge summary? (ie. Main diagnosis, pertinent physical findings, results of procedures, pain management, DVT prophylaxis, wound care, follow up care? Appendix 1 shown to participants) |
| In your opinion, what logistical and environmental barriers might affect the completion of an ideal electronic discharge summary? | What methods or procedures could be amended to implement the revised orthopedic discharge summary? |
