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HealthTech 101: How are Healthcare Technologies Reinventing Patient Care

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Technological advancements and innovations are disrupting the healthcare industry. Smart health monitoring systems, apps, wearables and handheld devices are already in use. The prevailing Covid-19 pandemic has created an urgency to adopt digital. Healthcare technologies will cover many more conditions than before. Dr. John Halamka, President, Mayo Clinic Platform expects more than 60% of healthcare services to go virtual

This revolution in healthcare is not discretionary. This is the need of time. Currently, segregating meaningful data collected through various sources like medical records, wearables, apps, etc. is a challenge. But very soon, HealthTech will evolve across the globe. With Cloud, AI and advanced data analytics, patients and healthcare institutions will be able to access and utilize the right information in a fraction of seconds.

Let’s delve deeper into the new healthcare technologies that will disrupt patient care.

1. Telehealth

Telehealth corresponds to the accessibility of health services and information over the internet and telecommunication. Telehealth care allows remote or long-distance patient care through clinician contact, consultations, reminders, monitoring, and remote admissions. Simply put, telehealth care is the virtualization of most of the physical interactions between doctors and patients. 

Today, HealthTech underpins telehealth, as it enables robotic surgeries through remote access, physical therapy via remote monitoring instruments, home monitoring and live feeds, and video telephony. 

Recent advancements in AI and cloud-based technologies are enhancing remote healthcare experiences for patients. Solutions like chatbots, voice interfaces, and augmented reality are making digital experiences more intuitive for users.

Advancements in TeleHealth

2. Interoperability

To deliver informed and better care, healthcare organizations need to access patient health information over a distributed network. However, due to prevailing privacy regulations and lack of standardization in healthcare institutions, necessary information is still not available when required. That’s why interoperability has become a crucial aspect of HealthTech. 

Interoperability is the ability to exchange, interpret, use, and annotate patients’ health information including medical reports, images (X-rays, CT Scans, Radiographs, etc.) and treatment information through secure communication channels.

Health data standardization is necessary to ensure interoperability. So far, many different standards development organizations (SDOs) create, update, and maintain health data standards. For example, the Interoperability Standards Advisory (ISA) is one of the institutions that define interoperability standards and implementation specifications for the industry to fulfill specific clinical health IT interoperability needs. DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) is one of the methods of medical image sharing. Using the DICOM system, health management professionals, physicians, and radiologists access medical images in a secure distributed environment.

[Related: Medical Image Management: DICOM Images Sharing Process]

However, to create an ecosystem of connected healthcare services, information needs to be available on the cloud and in a uniform format. There are three levels of interoperability:

  1. Foundational: Here, one system can share information with the other. The receiving system cannot interpret the information but can acknowledge the receipt.
  2. Structural: Here, the receiving system can interpret and use the information but cannot modify it.
  3. Semantic: Here, both the sender and receiver can interpret, use, and annotate the information. Semantic interoperability is the most desirable system in today’s time.

Interoperability across healthcare service providers can also reduce the time and cost of lab tests. For instance, many health checkups are valid for about a year. In case of emergencies, instead of advising patients tests, medical professionals can access previous test information and start procedures — reducing the overall treatment time.

3. Biomedical Computing

Biomedical computing is the application of computer science in medicine. It involves medical data management, medical imaging systems, developing advanced user interfaces for medical professionals, remote monitoring systems, medical diagnosis, scientific visualizations, and other computer-aided medical solutions.

The advanced application of biomedical computing involves using machine learning models for cancer detection and grading, predictive biomarkers and accelerating drug discovery processes. For example, Seg3D, a volume segmentation & processing tool allows segmentation, contouring to plan complex surgeries.

Seg3D - biomedical computing software

4. Health Forecasting

The right information is important for delivering care, products, and services to people in need. Today, many devices generate health data — home assistants, fitness bands, health and sleep trackers, diabetes monitors, and other ailment specific apps. However, predicting a condition and preparing for it requires reliable data and appropriate analytical tools. 

Extreme events test the efficiency of a healthcare system. Not all traditional techniques (e.g. analytics models that rely on historical data) can be applied to forecasting future conditions. The HealthTech systems call for probabilistic health forecasting methods to prepare institutions with information, finance, resources, drugs, equipment, and staff to serve any unforeseen event with the least possible lag.

The Future of Healthcare Technologies

Technologies like Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, AI, Machine Learning will play a crucial role in transforming patient experience as well as augmenting skills and education of future doctors. For example, Cleveland Clinic at Case Western Reserve University is already using AR to train human anatomy and surgery through 3D human models.

HealthTech in India will soon control patient care over traditional OPD services. Although critical medical surgeries will still require the dexterity of medical professionals, patient support and routine consultations will be accomplished through telehealth services. This will also make health services available in remote areas where setting up and managing a full-fledged hospital facility is not feasible. 

To know about how healthcare industry is bringing hospitals to a customer’s doorstep, watch our webinar on Digital Health Beyond COVID-19.


Mantra Labs has been helping diagnostic and healthcare organizations like Manipal Hospitals, Suraksha Diagnostics in developing holistic patient management systems. We’ve also helped healthcare technology firms like PathomIQ in developing machine learning models for AI-based cancer detection segmentation and classification.

For your specific requirement, please feel free to write to us at hello@mantralabsglobal.com


Common FAQs

What is HealthTech?

HealthTech or Healthcare Technology is the application of knowledge and skills to solve a health problem and improve quality of life. It involves devices, medicines, vaccines, procedures and systems. WHO.

What is Telehealth?

Telehealth is making healthcare services and information available to the public through the internet and telecommunications. It involves online or video consultations, remote monitoring, reminders to take medicine, remote mental health therapy, patient support, SOS alerts and more.

What is interoperability in healthcare?

Interoperability corresponds to healthcare systems working together irrespective of geographical location. For example, medical images sharing via DICOM; guided permission to share patient data across clinics, labs, hospitals, and pharmacies.

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The Essence of User-Centered Design: A Dive into Fundamental Principles

In a digital world where user experience reigns supreme, crafting designs that resonate has become a mission. Enter User-Centered Design (UCD), a philosophy placing users at the core of the creative process. In this exploration, we’ll delve into the fundamental principles of User-Centered Design and understand why they are the keystones of successful interfaces.

User-Centered Design

Introduction:

Imagine navigating a website seamlessly, effortlessly finding what you need. That experience is no accident but the result of intentional design. User-centered design (UCD) is the compass guiding designers toward creating interfaces that users not only navigate but embrace.

1. Empathy is Key:

  • Incorporate for a better approach: Start by stepping into the shoes of your users. What are their pain points? What delights them? By empathizing, designers gain insights that drive user-focused design decisions.

2. User Involvement Throughout the Design Process:

  • Real-life example or statistic: Apple’s iterative design process involves user testing at every stage. This constant involvement ensures that their products align precisely with user needs.

3. Holistic Approach to Design:

  • Visual content: Picture your design not as isolated screens but as a cohesive journey. Use diagrams to illustrate how each component fits into the larger user experience ecosystem.

4. Usability is Non-Negotiable:

  • Case studies or examples: Consider the success of Google’s homepage. Its simplicity and efficiency showcase the power of a user-centered approach, emphasizing usability.

5. Accessibility for All:

  • End with a clear call-to-action: Make your designs accessible. It’s not just a legal obligation; it’s an ethical imperative. Ensure your interfaces are usable by everyone, regardless of ability.

6. Consistency Across the Interface:

  • Formatting for readability: Consistency is not just a design principle; it’s a readability strategy. Use bullet points for clarity and short paragraphs for easy consumption.

7. Flexibility and Customization:

  • Inclusive language: Users are diverse, so should your designs be. Incorporate flexibility and customization options. This ensures your interface caters to a broad range of preferences.

Why User-Centered Design Matters:

A. Enhanced User Satisfaction:

  • Feedback mechanism: Prioritize user satisfaction. A satisfied user is an engaged user. Welcome reader input and questions to keep the conversation alive.

B. Reduced Learning Curve:

  • Clear call-to-action: Minimize frustration. Make your interfaces intuitive, reducing the learning curve. Invite users to explore with a clear call-to-action.

C. Increased Engagement and Retention:

  • Visual content: Engaging interfaces retain users. Visualize engagement with appealing images or infographics. Showcase how user-centered designs reduce bounce rates.

D. Effective Problem Solving:

  • Tangible proof: Case studies offer tangible proof. Explore how UCD’s iterative process allows for effective problem-solving. Real-world examples bring these concepts to life.

Conclusion:

In the grand tapestry of digital design, User-Centered Design is the thread weaving functionality, aesthetics, and user satisfaction into a seamless whole. By embracing these principles, designers transform mere interfaces into user-centric experiences. So, as you embark on your design journey, remember: User-centered design isn’t just a philosophy; it’s a commitment to excellence. Design with the user in mind, and success will follow.

About the Author: Mehul Chauhan is a seasoned Senior UI/UX Designer at Mantra Labs. With a deep understanding of design principles and a keen eye for detail, he brings creativity and innovation to every project he touches. When he’s not busy perfecting digital interfaces, you can find him seeking inspiration in art galleries or exploring the latest design trends across various industries.

Further Reading: Unveiling the Art of Emotional Design

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