Wash U MDClone Natural Language Processing

MDClone has a Natural Language Processing (NLP) feature that allows users to analyze notes from Electronic Health Records in addition to discrete data fields. This incredibly powerful tool requires both experience with NLP analyses and an IRB approval in order to gain access. IRB approval is required as the notes contain Protected Health Information.

NLP Considerations

Prior to completing an IRB application and planning to use MDClone consider:

1. Do I or my study team have the technical experience required to use NLP?
2. Does my research question require NLP analyses?
3. [add any additional considerations]

NLP Start Up User Guide

Once you have decided to move forward with the NLP feature in MDClone, follow these steps to get started

1. Create a query in MDClone to get a better understanding

2. Complete a myIRB application indicating what type of data you plan to analyze

   1. [insert sample language if/once available]

3. Submit this intake form by selecting [insert correct steps after survey is updated]

4. Return to MDClone and select… [insert additional steps]

5. Click the help button on the upper right of the NLP tool to access a library of Just-in-Time tutorials to guide you through the process.

If you have a question, please submit a support request