HL7 FHIR
Pronunciation: H-L-seven FIRE
Also written as: HL7 FHIR — Health Level Seven Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources
Health Level Seven Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources - a standard for health information exchange in oncology systems.
Full Definition
Health Level Seven Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (HL7 FHIR) is a standard describing data formats and elements and an application programming interface for exchanging electronic health records. In oncology informatics, FHIR facilitates the integration of cancer registry data, treatment protocols, and patient monitoring systems. The standard enables seamless data exchange between electronic health records, clinical decision support systems, and research databases. FHIR's RESTful web services architecture makes it particularly suitable for modern oncology information systems that require real-time data access and mobile compatibility.
Usage
Usage note: Write as 'HL7 FHIR' on first mention, then 'FHIR' in subsequent references. Never write as 'FHIR HL7'.
In Context
- "The cancer registry implemented HL7 FHIR to standardize data exchange with referring hospitals." — System implementation report
- "Patient consent data was structured according to HL7 FHIR specifications for research compatibility." — Data governance documentation