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# Creating Case Studies

This page shows you how to create a new case study in EdEHR. It explains the steps for starting a case, entering details, and saving your work.

What You’ll Learn

* How to start a new case study
* What information to include in the case study form
* How to save and finish creating your case study

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## Creating a New Case Study

To create your own patient case:

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### Double check Course Designer Mode is enabled.

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### Select Case Studies

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### Click 'Create New Case Study' Button

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### Fill in the Case Study Creation Dialogue Box

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Fill in the following details;

* Name: A descriptive title for the case
* Application Type: Select EHR or LIS
* Tags: Add any applicable tags
* Description: Clinical overview and relevant details
* Creator Notes:
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### Hit Save to save the Case Study

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