The Open Health Information Exchange is composed of the OpenHIE Component Layer (e.g. Client Registry, Health Facilities Registry, Health Worker Registry, Shared Health Record, Terminology Services, etc.) which is connected to External Systems for health data exchange through the Interoperability Services Layer also known as an ‘enterprise services bus’ or ESB.
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By focusing on the “For Whom”, “By Whom”, “Where”, and “What” of a patient's health visit we help to bring relevant information directly to the point of care. This supports enhanced decision-making, improves the quality, safety and continuity of care, and facilitates the appropriate use of information to improve population health.
Refer to OpenHIE Architecture & Standards for further details.