Download or read book Handbook of Research on Data Science for Effective Healthcare Practice and Administration written by Noughabi, Elham Akhond Zadeh and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2017-07-20 with total page 574 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Data science has always been an effective way of extracting knowledge and insights from information in various forms. One industry that can utilize the benefits from the advances in data science is the healthcare field. The Handbook of Research on Data Science for Effective Healthcare Practice and Administration is a critical reference source that overviews the state of data analysis as it relates to current practices in the health sciences field. Covering innovative topics such as linear programming, simulation modeling, network theory, and predictive analytics, this publication is recommended for all healthcare professionals, graduate students, engineers, and researchers that are seeking to expand their knowledge of efficient techniques for information analysis in the healthcare professions.