The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and evolving patient needs. Automation is streamlining operations and reducing costs, freeing up staff to focus on patient care. Value-based care is shifting the focus from volume to value, emphasizing patient outcomes and cost-efficiency. Blockchain technology is emerging as a powerful tool to enhance data security and privacy.
The study found that adults with diabetes who participated in telehealth visits reported similar levels of care quality, trust in the healthcare system, and patient-centered communication compared to those who had in-person visits. This suggests that telehealth can be a viable option for diabetes care, even after the pandemic public health emergency ends.
Heart failure is a serious condition affecting millions of Americans. It can lead to frequent hospitalizations and a significant burden on healthcare costs. Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is emerging as a valuable tool for managing heart failure at home.
Family physicians are experiencing high rates of burnout, with over half reporting burnout in a recent study. This study identified two key factors contributing to burnout: excessive time spent on EHR tasks at home and weak nurse-physician teams.
The study found that physicians who perceived their EHR use at home as appropriate were less likely to experience burnout. Additionally, those who perceived high team efficiency were also less likely to burn out. Strong collaboration with registered nurses was associated with greater team efficiency, while collaboration with physician assistants was linked to more appropriate home EHR time.
Looking ahead, the combination of IoT and 5G technology has the potential to redefine remote healthcare. 5G’s ultra-low latency and high-speed data transfer rates will enable real-time monitoring and communication, allowing for more complex and data-heavy IoT applications.