The global healthcare landscape is experiencing a profound transformation driven by epidemiological and demographic transitions, the impact of climate changes, evolving needs and expectations of people, and rapid technological advancements.
This transformation prompts a collective demand for a more comprehensive, integrated, people-centric, collaborative health system approach.
People-centric health services necessitate recognising individuals’ diverse and multifaceted needs and preferences within the broader context of socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and geographical diversity.
In response to this, people-centric health systems aim to provide individualised care across various healthcare provision levels – encompassing primary, secondary, tertiary and community health services, along with rehabilitative services and health-related social care.
The integration of digital health solutions plays a crucial role in delivering evidence-based, effective, high-quality, ethical, and safe people-centric health services. These solutions make health services more accessible, equitable, efficient, and cost-effective.
Digital health solutions that can be utilised in people-centric health service provision are categorised into several key areas. These categories include but are not limited to,
Hospital Information Management Systems & Electronic Medical Records
Electronic Laboratory Information Management Systems
Digital Health Solutions for Radiology Information Management
Clinical Decision Support Systems
Supply Chain Management Tools
Longitudinal Electronic Health Records (EHRs & PHRs)
Mobile Health Platforms/Tools
Telehealth & Telemedicine Platforms/Tools
Population Health Information Management Platforms/Tools
Platforms/Tools/Frameworks for Seamless Health Information Exchange
Evolving Global Health Landscape, Transforming Health Systems and the Role of Digital Health Solutions in People-centric Health Service Provision