Review Article

Digital Health: The Critical Value of Mobile Technology for the Health Sector, Different Application Examples from the World and Current Trends

Volume: 4 Number: 1 December 31, 2024
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Digital Health: The Critical Value of Mobile Technology for the Health Sector, Different Application Examples from the World and Current Trends

Abstract

The internet technology, which began to integrate into our lives rapidly by the end of the 1990s, underwent significant transformations with the advent of mobile technology in the 2000s. Initially accessible through desktop or notebook computers, the internet has evolved to become an integral part of virtually every aspect of our lives as mobile technology advanced throughout the 2000s. The purpose of this study is to examine the role of mobile technologies within current health technologies, investigate the necessary competencies, evaluate mobile technology developments both in Türkiye and globally, and assess the information technology infrastructure, competencies, and skills required by the sector. Our research details various and specific mobile applications from numerous countries. Findings indicate that mobile technology has established itself much more rapidly and effectively in countries with strong internet infrastructure. Mobile health services are perceived as highly valuable by citizens. The real quality and effectiveness of mobile technology depend on its acceptance and swift implementation by users. Gamification is an important tool in the adoption of mobile health applications. These applications can enhance motivation by enabling both doctors to monitor patient care services and patients to track their own health. A good mobile health system should be accepted by both patients and doctors. In countries like Türkiye, where the health system is largely supported by the state, it is seen as necessary for the Ministry of Health to prioritize mobile services to establish a robust mobile health system. Furthermore, to effectively structure mobile services, it is essential to focus on the right problems and identify issues in order of priority. Literature review reveals that various mobile applications have been implemented in fields such as dermatology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, neurosurgery, and clinical pathology. Mobile technologies offer significant cost advantages in the delivery of health services. As the population ages in European Union countries, national governments are seeking ways to reduce healthcare costs. Mobile health is considered a solution to transform the delivery of health services and reduce costs through viable new care models for both industrialized and developing countries. Moreover, it has been observed that mobile applications provide significant benefits for the elderly, particularly in developed countries such as Germany and Sweden. Our study provides a comprehensive assessment of mobile technology in the healthcare sector, highlights prominent applications from Türkiye and around the world, and offers an extensive evaluation for field readers.

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Thanks

M.Damar was supported by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TUBITAK) under the TUBITAK 2219 International Postdoctoral Research Fellowship program. He would like to thank the Upstream Lab, MAP, Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute at the University of Toronto for its excellent hospitality.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Information Systems Development Methodologies and Practice , Information Systems User Experience Design and Development , Information Systems Organisation and Management

Journal Section

Review Article

Early Pub Date

September 17, 2024

Publication Date

December 31, 2024

Submission Date

July 10, 2024

Acceptance Date

September 13, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 4 Number: 1

APA
Damar, M., Kop, O., Şaylan, Ö. F., Özen, A., Çakmak, Ü. E., & Erenay, F. S. (2024). Digital Health: The Critical Value of Mobile Technology for the Health Sector, Different Application Examples from the World and Current Trends. Journal of Emerging Computer Technologies, 4(1), 25-37. https://doi.org/10.57020/ject.1514154

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