Application of FHIR for Healthcare Interoperability

School of Medicine

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the foundations and application of Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR), a standards framework developed by HL7 for the electronic access and exchange of healthcare information. The curriculum covers key concepts, technical foundations, and practical applications of FHIR, including the FHIR data model, API interactions, resource definitions, and security principles. Students will engage in hands-on labs, real-world case studies, and projects to develop a functional FHIR-based application. The course is designed for professionals and students in biomedical informatics, software development, and healthcare IT seeking to enhance their understanding of interoperability standards in modern healthcare. A central component of this course is a series of guided, hands-on laboratory experiences in which students will build and interact with FHIR-based systems and develop a functional FHIR application.