The world of healthcare IT has changed, and so has the way we interact with our patients. Thanks to smartphones, tablets, and the cloud, we’re now able to provide patients with instant access to their medical records from anywhere. Here are just some of the ways that digitizing medical records and using mobile devices in…
In the field of Digital Health (healthcare delivered using digital technologies), there is an increasing focus on understanding what features and functionality patients want in tools used to capture and share their health data. As the amount of data available through EHRs grows, so too does the demand for new methods of analysis and visualisation….
A pacemaker is a device that assists the heart in regulating its rhythm. It was first developed in the 1950s and is named after its original inventor, Dr. Paul Janssen. Since then, it has become a mainstay of heart treatment, helping millions of people live more active lives. While many parts of a pacemaker are…
Aki (also known as Kaposi’s sarcoma) is a cancer-related disease that can cause serious complications. Sometimes, a patient might not even be aware of the condition before they develop severe problems. This article will discuss whether or not it’s necessary to perform a digital rectal exam (DRE) for patients with aki, as well as which…
With the rise of the ‘quantified self’ movement and the growing popularity of wearable technology, the lines between patient and clinician have blurred. For decades, the medical community has relied on patient data to track and improve health outcomes. However, with the vast majority of healthcare data held within the walls of healthcare providers, there…
It’s natural for patients going through radiotherapy or chemotherapy to feel sad and depressed. Their bodies are under a lot of stress, and it can be hard to find the motivation to get out of bed. Studies have shown that having meaningful and inspiring art can promote creativity, mental health, and happiness while also reducing…
In this article, we will discuss the pros and cons of performing a digital vaginal exam in a preterm patient. What is a Digital Vaginal Exam? A digital vaginal exam is a vaginal exam that uses digital technology to acquire images for diagnosis by a radiologist or gynecologist. While this type of examination has many…
The vast majority of medical records are still stored in paper form. With growing digitization, many aspects of medical care have shifted to a digital platform. Physicians are able to access patient information from any location at any time, there is less chance of data entry errors, and there are numerous healthcare applications that make…
The term ‘digital health’ encompasses the use of digital technologies in healthcare. This includes apps, websites, blogs, and social media platforms. The digital health landscape is changing, with patients increasingly expected to be active participants in their healthcare. This is resulting in different challenges for healthcare practitioners, including higher digital health literacy among patients. What…
Many businesses struggle with the challenge of keeping customers engaged and informed whilst also appealing to the rapidly growing number of digitally-savvy patients who now expect more convenience, choice and ease in how they want to be cared for. Whilst traditional methods of advertising, marketing, and getting in touch with customers remain important, it is…