DCI BIDMC

The Division of Clinical Informatics, created in 1970 by Dr. Howard Bleich and Dr. Warner Slack, was among the first academic divisions in the world to concentrate on the use of computers for patient care, teaching, and medical research. The goals of the Division have been to improve the relationship between doctor and patient, enhance medical education, improve quality, and reduce costs. Learn more about our history.

Current research includes the design and evaluation of clinical information systems, translational research platforms, patient portals, and patient engagement, quality improvement processes and analytics, clinical decision support systems, online learning systems, mobile health applications, global e-health applications. See more about our Research.

The Division hosts a variety of a wide range of training programs, from internships to fellowships, to international industrial programs. For more information contact dciadmin@bidmc.harvard.edu