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Social Barriers that Hinder Healthcare Integration

Intro to Barriers to Healthcare Integration Although healthcare integration is important for positive health outlooks, several social barriers make access to care more difficult. These can range from patients’ perceptions of the medical community to the bias that healthcare workers have toward patients. Regardless of the social barrier, healthcare…

by Rumaisa 5 min read
Barriers that Must be Overcome to Reach Digital Health Capabilities

Social Barriers that Hinder Digital Health Capabilities The implementation of digital health capabilities is hindered by several barriers, with a portion revolving around social determinants. This is often due to factors such as digital literacy, social dynamics, access to technology, and human behavior. For instance, those 65 years and…

by Rumaisa 4 min read
Digital Health Maturity Delivers Improved Health Outcomes

Background into Digital Health Maturity Digital health maturity clarifies the extent and level to which digital systems are structured and how they respond to digital technology [1]. Furthermore, digital health maturity focuses on how an organization promotes digital transformation throughout the organization [1]. Factors to consider when discussing digital…

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Vendor-Neutral Archive (VNA) Promotes Data Management

Background into a VNA A vendor-neutral archive supports vendors often using various formats and systems for imaging technologies. Often, VNAs don’t depend on the software used by the vendor to promote sharing [1]. This allows healthcare providers to utilize different imaging technologies within one archive so that it can…

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Stepping into the Future of Medical Imaging

Expectations of Medical Imaging in the Next 20 Years In the next 20 years, radiology will see many more advancements and innovations that change how radiologists interact with imaging technology [1]. This is naturally due to the demand for better, more accurate imaging that improves decision-making [1]. In the…

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AI Through the Lens of Human-Centered Design

AI Enhances Clinical Decisions  The use of artificial intelligence is increasing in the healthcare industry. Its popularity is partly due to its ability to promote human-centered design. One way that artificial intelligence achieves this is through the use of clinical decision support systems (CDSS). For instance, CDSS enhances human…

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Shifting Towards Augmented Intelligence

Perception of Augmented Intelligence Augmented intelligence is known for its ability to improve diagnosis, detect patient patterns, and predict various outcomes [1]. Some adults worry that artificial intelligence will replace the need for humans and would be destructive to healthcare. However, it’s important to clarify that augmented intelligence improves…

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