Applications of Digital Technology in Comprehensive Healthcare

Dear Colleagues,

The integration of digital technology into patient care and health management is revolutionizing the healthcare landscape. In this regard, the adoption of digital technologies in healthcare holds significant promise for improving health and care services, enhancing efficiency, and reducing costs, ultimately leading to a more integrated and responsive healthcare system. This journal explores various applications of digital health tools, including telemedicine, wearable devices, electronic health records (EHRs), and mobile health apps. Telemedicine and remote consultations have expanded access to medical services, especially in underserved areas, while wearable devices provide continuous monitoring of patient vitals and activity levels, enabling proactive health management. EHRs streamline patient information and facilitating better coordination and continuity of care. Mobile health apps empower patients to manage their health through medication reminders, appointment scheduling, and health education. Additionally, artificial intelligence (AI) is being utilized for early disease detection, personalized treatment plans, and predictive analytics, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. Moreover, digital therapeutics offer software-based interventions for chronic disease management and mental health support. The journal also addresses the importance of cybersecurity in protecting sensitive patient data and the role of interoperability standards in ensuring seamless data exchange between different health systems.

In this context, we are pleased to invite you submitting your work to this Special Issue, which aims to shed light on the future of healthcare, by addressing a wide range of subjects and topics in an effort to reveal how digital health advances are changing the field.

We are seeking original research papers, reviews, and case studies, spanning (but not limited to) a range of digital health fields:

• Telemedicine and Remote Consultations: enhancing access to healthcare through virtual doctor visits, providing instant support and information to patients, and expanding access to mental health services through digital platforms.
• Remote Patient Monitoring and Wearable Health Devices: continuous monitoring of patients with chronic conditions using connected devices including vitals and activity levels with smartwatches and fitness trackers.
• Health Information Exchange and Electronic Health Records (EHRs): improving patient care through streamlined and accessible medical records, while enhancing coordination of care through the electronic exchange of health information.
• AI-Enabled Healthcare: State-of-the-art uses of machine learning and artificial intelligence for disease detection, prognostication, therapy planning, diagnosis, and personalized treatment plans.
• Digital Health Literacy: Educating patients and healthcare providers on using digital tools effectively. Improved patient empowerment, education, and engagement in healthcare decision-making are as achieve via patient-centric technologies.
• Mobile Health Apps and Digital Therapeutics: Empowering patients with apps for medication management, appointment scheduling, and health education. Integrating software-based interventions for chronic disease management and health support.
• Health Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, and Interoperability Standards: Protecting sensitive patient information in a digital landscape. Facilitating seamless data exchange between different health systems and devices.
• Big Data and Population Health Management: Leveraging data to predict health trends and improve patient outcomes. Using digital tools and predictive analytics to manage and improve the health of specific populations. Improving patient engagement and self-management through online patient portals and engagement platforms.
• Digital Therapeutics and Precision Medicine: Applying digital tools for personalized treatment. Investigating digital channels for therapy, support, and improvement of medical conditions through behavioral changes.

We look forward to receiving valuable contributions.

Dr. Maria Haritou
Dr. Ioannis Kakkos
Guest Editors

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• health management
• telemedicine
• remote monitoring
• electronic health records (EHR)
• digital therapeutics
• mobile health apps
• artificial intelligence in healthcare
• predictive analytics
• patient engagement
• precision medicine
• cybersecurity in healthcare
• digital health literacy