The Design and Implementation of a Statewide Perinatal Automated Medical Network for Michigan (PAM/NET)

摘要

PAM/NET is a multi-institutional computer based Neonatal research data base and conferencing system using a large university based mainframe computer (Amdahl 470/V8). The data base functions are provided by a sophisticated inverted file relational data base management system (MICRO) developed by the Institute for Labor and Industrial Relations. The conferencing system (Confer) supports open continuing discussions, bulletins, and private messaging. The design of the PAM/NET system was specifically tailored to encourage and foster sharing data between institutions, while supporting their needs for confidentiality and data security.