Introduction to Environmental Sustainability and Ethical Design in Healthcare In this third topic in our series on sustainability and ethical design through HCD, we focus on the environmental aspect, and how it specifically targets the protection of natural assets [1]. We also focus on the importance of using HCD to ensure...
Introduction to Business Process Reengineering Business process reengineering (BPR) has become a critical strategy for enhancing efficiency and workflows related to patient care. This is because BPR analyzes and redesigns workflows seamlessly, allowing healthcare companies to decrease costs, improve productivity, and ultimately improve patient and staff satisfaction [1]. Furthermore, BPR integrates...
Introduction to Engaging Stakeholders through HCD As healthcare technologies move from design to deployment, incorporating HCD remains essential in ensuring successful user adoption and implementation. Therefore, in this fourth part of our series on engaging stakeholders, we discuss the importance of effective training and support mechanisms to facilitate stakeholders' transitions to...
Intro to Population Health Population health focuses on the health outcome of a group of individuals and concentrates primarily on improving the overall health of the group [1]. This is often done by improving and standardizing IT systems, as well as creating easy-to-use interfaces [1]. An effective method of doing this...
Introduction to Zero-Trust in Healthcare Although the healthcare industry is constantly at risk for cyberattacks, it’s also important to be aware that some of these attacks are internal [1]. For instance, healthcare employees may intentionally, or unintentionally compromise the security of their healthcare network. This can range from not properly storing...
Intro to Cybersecurity Risks in Healthcare Cloud management provides healthcare organizations access to vast amounts of sensitive patient data. However, healthcare providers must understand the risks associated with the convenience of using cloud-based data storage options and the role HCD plays in mitigating these risks. For instance, HCD can plan for...
Introduction to Determinants of Health from Lack of Education In the second part of our series, we discussed the obstacles that come from economic instability, focusing on limited access to healthcare as well as insecurities related to housing and food. In this third part of our series, we will discuss the...
Introduction to the Role of Technology in Healthcare In part 4, we dived deeper into the role that processes have in the power of connection. In this article, we’ll discuss the role that technology has in supporting the power of connection in healthcare. The Role of Technology in Healthcare Technology plays a crucial...
Introduction to the Role of Processes in Healthcare In Part 3, we discussed providers' specific role in the power of connection, especially in fostering positive patient outcomes. In this article, we dive deeper into the role that processes play in the power of connection. The Role of Processes in Healthcare Processes...
Introduction to the Role of People in Healthcare In Part 2, we discussed the importance of power of connection and how people, processes, and technology rely on one another. In this article, we dive deeper into the specific role that providers have in the power of connection, especially in fostering positive...
