We did this because of the inherent advantages of the template model, but then improved the model by adding complete flexibility to the medical content.
Advantages Completely customizable templates.
While notes for the same type of exam will appear to be similar, the unique dialogs allow the user to control all of the text entered into the note, keeping each note distinct. The dialogs provide structure and act as prompts for the user. Database kept on-site for controlling backup and minimizing security risk. This utilizes a past note as the beginning template. Well accepted by computer literate offices.