Implementing virtual desktops for clinical research at an academic health center: a case report

Author:

Zai Adrian H1ORCID,Wong Steven1,Guilarte-Walker Yurima1,Langlois Paul2,Coleman Brian2,Soni Apurv3ORCID,McManus David D3,Luzuriaga Katherine4

Affiliation:

1. Division of Health Informatics and Implementation Sciences, Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, UMass Chan Medical School , Worcester, MA 01655, United States

2. Information Technology, UMass Chan Medical School , Worcester, MA 01655, United States

3. Department of Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School , Worcester, MA 01655, United States

4. Molecular Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School and UMass Center for Clinical and Translational Science , Worcester, MA 01655, United States

Abstract

Abstract Objectives To address the challenges of sharing clinical research data through the implementation of cloud-based virtual desktops, enhancing collaboration among researchers while maintaining data security. Materials and Methods This case study details the deployment of virtual desktops at UMass Chan Medical School (UMass Chan). The process involved forming a Research Informatics Steering Executive workgroup, identifying key requirements, implementing Amazon WorkSpaces, and establishing configurable data management for research support. Results Key lessons include the significance of collaboration, balancing user-friendliness and functionality, flexibility in data management, maximizing virtual desktop efficiency within budget constraints, and continuous user feedback. The implementation of virtual desktops supports secure collaborative research, advancing medical knowledge and improving healthcare outcomes. Discussion The structured approach to implementing virtual desktops addresses data security, regulatory compliance, and real-time collaboration challenges. Continuous feedback and iterative improvements have enhanced the system’s effectiveness. Conclusion The successful implementation of virtual desktops at UMass Chan demonstrates the potential for such systems to support secure, collaborative research, offering insights for similar initiatives in other academic health centers.

Funder

National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Reference33 articles.

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