GERONTOINFO: Information system for research in gerontopsychiatry at the San José University Children's Hospital


Authors

  • Lina Maria Rueda Reatiga Medica residente de psiquiatria https://orcid.org/0009-0006-2710-7459
  • Carlos Alberto Santa Villamil Medico Residente de psiquiatria
  • Carlos Edgardo Rodriguez Angarita Médico. Especialista en psiquiatría. Especialista en epidemiología. Jefe de la División de Salud Mental. Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud. Bogotá

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22517/25395203.25847

Keywords:

Information system, Geriatric psychiatry, Research, Medical informatics, Software

Abstract

Introduction: In the field of geriatric psychiatry, clinical data management presents challenges related to the diversity of pathologies and the need for standardization. In this context, GERONTOINFO was developed as an information system for research in geriatric psychiatry at the San José University Children’s Hospital, facilitating the collection, storage, and secure analysis of clinical data.

Objective: To develop GERONTOINFO as an information system aimed at research in geriatric psychiatry, contributing to improved clinical data management.

Methods: This is an applied research study focused on software development and health technology assessment in mental health. Initially, a comprehensive needs and requirements analysis of the service was conducted to define critical areas of data management. Subsequently, a modular architecture was designed and developed using Node.js and MySQL, enabling the secure and efficient integration of multiple modules, including personal data management, clinical history, mental status examination, assessment scales, and psychometric test results.

Results: During the implementation phase, pilot usability testing was conducted using the System Usability Scale (SUS), yielding an average score of 88 in a sample of ten researchers, indicating high acceptance and ease of use. Additionally, security measures such as data encryption and automated backups were implemented, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of the collected information.

Conclusion: GERONTOINFO is presented as a specialized and efficient tool for research in geriatric psychiatry, improving the quality of clinical information and laying the foundation for more robust studies in this field. Its continuous evolution, including potential integration of artificial intelligence, will expand its capacity to optimize data management and analysis.

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2026-05-16

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Rueda Reatiga, L. M., Santa Villamil, C. A., & Rodriguez Angarita, C. E. . (2026). GERONTOINFO: Information system for research in gerontopsychiatry at the San José University Children’s Hospital. Revista Médica De Risaralda, 32(1), 9–22. https://doi.org/10.22517/25395203.25847

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Vol. 32 No. 1 (2026): January–June 2026.

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