The Changing Face of Healthcare through Digital Connectivity: Improving Service Efficiency by Connecting with Patients and Consumers through Digital Means<\/p>\n
The face of the healthcare industry has evolved from just being physical to digital too. Technology, like it has taken over all business and service industries, has equally affected the domain of healthcare services as well.<\/p>\n
The digitization of the healthcare industry has not only brought tremendous revolution in the ways people care about their health and wellbeing, it has also altered the ways physicians and healthcare practitioners connect with their patients and consumers as well. Since it is safe to say that the future of healthcare lies in the digital world, it is high time the industry adapts to better practices to ensure better connectivity with their audience and optimize their share of benefits and returns.<\/p>\n
The influx of technology<\/a> in the domain of healthcare has appeared in a variety of shapes and forms, from smartphone apps to EHR and from video checkups to wearable health devices for self-evaluation.<\/p>\n According to a report published by the Commonwealth Fund<\/a>, this digital transition has empowered patients with better self-care, bridged the communication gap, ensured the provision of a personalized healthcare service, brought about a reduction in healthcare costs and has improved decision-making at the end of consumers and patients alike.<\/p>\n Here are some critical success factors and healthcare areas for health practitioners to efficiently reach out to their patients through digital means and to optimize the outcomes and benefits:<\/p>\n Instant and Automated Service Delivery<\/strong> This, in a broader horizon, would bring a revolution in the contemporary and basic life support services by making it virtually accessible, anytime and anywhere. However, it is recommended that the healthcare providers receive a BLS certification or BLS renewal<\/a> for the diligent deliverance of virtual treatment.<\/p>\n
\nMinor infection and healthcare needs, like a toothache, red eye, or an insect bite, are often treated at home. The digital world allows the patient or caregiver to access medical aid or a physician through video calling or web connectivity without having to drop in the clinic or hospital in person.<\/p>\n