We Can Do It, But Dare We?

We Can Do It, But Dare We?

The use of technological advancements continues to advance causing changes in all industries in the economy. Information technology has further been used to promote the day to day activities that ensure quality lives and reduced costs of production. In healthcare, innovation is perpetually assuming a big role in almost all processes, from lab tests to self-care tools, from patient enlistment to data management.  Health information technology (HIT) refers to an information system for human services known as a protection system that defines the entire monitoring of health information statistics in an automated system (Koh & Tan, 2011). The system supports secure sharing among various entities such as the health providers, insurers and government. Health Information Technology is the most efficient tool for promoting the efficiency of the health provision system. Gadgets like tablets and smart phones are starting to supplant the traditional recording and monitoring frameworks, and individuals currently give the alternative of experiencing a full consultation regarding the controversial issues in their private homes. Technological innovation in healthcare contributes to services being provided without the confines of the hospital premises and incorporating the services with readily accessible devices that are user-friendly.  Other innovations include the use of electronic health record, mobile health, telemedicine, portal technology, remote monitoring tools, self-service kiosks, sensors and wearable technology, wireless communication, genome sequencing and real-time locating services (Koh & Tan, 2011).

Health information technology makes the health care providing system more efficient, proficient and minimizes paperwork for both health providers and patients, extends accessibility to affordable healthcare and promotes a healthier future and economy for the country. The use of Smartphones serves to satisfy some of these fundamental principles of technology. The tool helps to accomplish tasks perfectly both at work place and home. The penetration of the device is increasing in both the professional areas and industrial sector. According to research conducted in 2009, 64% of America’s hospitals used sma…………………