How technology is changing overall healthcare in India

Over the past few years, technology integration has been shown to help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of businesses across product categories and service domains. The healthcare industry has also benefited from new-age technologies that have revolutionized the functional procedures and operating mechanisms of the industry. In fact, driven by this remarkable improvement, the integration of technology in the healthcare sector has intensified, and here is an illustration of how the adoption of technology can help the industry provide a more comprehensive and inclusive service to the masses:

AI-driven personalization solutions:

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the healthcare industry is helping stakeholders in several ways. Using intelligent algorithms from artificial intelligence, patients can connect with doctors with the required experience and receive a personalized solution that best fits their existing health condition. AI technology can also be used to provide customers with personalized meal plans based on their fitness goals, lifestyle requirements and nutritional needs. In addition, artificial intelligence algorithms combined with psychological techniques can significantly improve the mental health of patients by suggesting personalized meditation techniques, dialogue therapy and mood swing management methods.

Cloud-based digital records: Thanks to technological integration, today’s healthcare sector is able to electronically collect, organize and analyze a patient’s entire data and records. Additionally, the digital storage of data in the cloud paves the way for its enhanced visibility, making it easily accessible to doctors, patients, and pharmacies alike. While physicians can view a patient’s full medical history to effectively prescribe medication, nutritionists, psychologists, and fitness trainers can also use this data to provide holistic solutions to their clients’ needs. In short, cloud-based health records advance healthcare delivery by increasing the visibility and accessibility of information.

Electronic Prescription (e-Rx): The adoption rate of e-Rx has surprised even industry veterans, as this approach to digital prescriptions is rapidly gaining traction in healthcare. Some of the key advantages offered by e-Rx include its digital nature, anti-counterfeiting capabilities, accessibility and time-saving potential. Instead of handwriting prescriptions, physicians generate e-Rx digitally, which is then automatically shared with patients, hospitals and pharmacies for a smooth and seamless customer experience. Additionally, organizations offering fitness, mental and mental health services can use e-Rx to share meal plans, exercise regimens, yoga schedules, meditation sessions and other related services with their clients.

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Using the powerful combination of VR and AR, the healthcare industry is taking its potential to a whole different level by providing doctors and surgeons with a safe and risk-free training environment. AR and VR can create digital twins of procedures, devices, and patients, allowing trainees to hone their skills in a virtual environment. Additionally, immersive training in a 3D virtual environment helps psychologists and psychiatrists study complex neural patterns, understand brain impulses, and evaluate behavioral patterns to treat a variety of mental disorders and diseases.

Adaptive Data Analytics (ADA): The healthcare industry has exploited the potential of data analytics well, and now, with the addition of adaptive capabilities, the utility of the technology has become even more beneficial than before. ADA is leading a new era of research in the healthcare industry, and by expanding the ability to rapidly adjust data and analytical procedures, the technology is becoming a game-changer for all stakeholders. From new product development to scanning existing solutions, from improving system efficiency to addressing dysfunction, ADA is improving every key performance parameter in the healthcare industry. For example, comprehensive data analysis of patients can help diagnose critical illnesses early, prevent further damage, and save precious lives. Likewise, fitness service providers and psychologists can use ADA to continuously and comprehensively research, understand and analyze customer needs, and then provide the right solutions to provide maximum benefit and a better customer experience.

The future of the healthcare industry will be driven by technology integration. New-age inventions are likely to dominate future scenarios, and these technologies will redefine the fortunes of the entire healthcare field by providing personalized and customized solutions in a convenient and cost-effective manner.

– author, Sahil Bansal, is co is the founder and CEO of Fitelo, an online platform focused on health and fitness.