Introduction

This Pressbook has been created for you as a resource to use for proofreading, editing and transcribing medical reports that are:

• Accurate
• Clear
• Consistent

The readings, examples and exercises in this book will help you review English language usage and learn the Best Practices Guidelines (BPG) for formatting medical reports.

“Complete, accurate medical records are vital to increased patient safety, improved quality of care, and the seamless functioning of the healthcare system.” (AHDI, 1997-2019)

I wish to acknowledge and give special thanks to my respected colleague, Saeedeh Akram, PhD, for the ongoing proofreading and editing of this book.

I also wish to acknowledge and thank James Yochem, Copyright Coordinator, Library Resource Centre, Conestoga College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, for advice and guidance on copyright.

References

Sims, L. M. (2008). The Book of Style for Medical Transcription (3rd ed.). Modesto, California, United States of America: Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity.