This book explores the complex and rapidly evolving internet of things (IOT) and the expanding role of wearable technologies on healthcare. Remote monitoring and wearable devices have become increasingly popular in recent years, enabling continuous tracking of vital signs, activity levels and other health parameters. This can support early detection of potential health issues, facilitate proactive preventive care and allow healthcare providers to monitor patients' conditions remotely. By i...

Healthcare is fundamentally different from other domains where AI has achieved remarkable success. When an AI system recommends a treatment, suggests a diagnosis, or flags a patient for intervention, lives hang in the balance. Healthcare professionals require more than accurate predictions; they need to understand the reasoning behind those predictions. Explainable AI (XAI) provides the transparency necessary to identify and address algorithmic biases that might perpetuate or exacerbate he...

This book addresses the urgent need for AI healthcare insights in a post-pandemic and swiftly progressing world in which the use of advanced health technologies is becoming the norm. It explores the rapidly evolving AI landscape affecting health systems and provides practical, evidence-informed guidance drawn from practice, theory, and research.Covering a wide range of topics—from digital health technologies to data analytics and interoperability—it offers a thorough examination of...

This book is essential reading for those in healthcare informatics, as well as healthcare administrators, clinicians, and regulators, as they navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare post-pandemic. —Dr. Steven D. Berkshire, professor and director of the Doctor of Health Administration Program, Central Michigan UniversityThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to global healthcare systems, revealing vulnerabili...

In an age where digital transformation is redefining healthcare, this book offers a timely and comprehensive exploration of one of the field’s most dynamic frontiers. This interdisciplinary book brings together leading scholars, clinicians, engineers, and technologists from across the globe to examine how wearable devices and remote monitoring systems are revolutionizing patient care, clinical workflows, and health system performance.From economic and policy implications to machine ...

In today's educational landscape, the integration of technology into school counseling has become a vital tool for enhancing student support and guidance. With advancements in digital platforms, school counselors can reach students effectively, streamline administrative tasks, and access valuable resources to address a wide range of academic, social, and emotional needs. Digital technology transforms school counseling practices, offering resources that enhance the effectiveness and accessi...

Vocational Education and Training (VET) is evolving with the advancements made in artificial intelligence (AI). There is a need to transform the existing VET programs that are following a traditional model into a dynamic and AI-enhanced learning environment as industries are increasingly using AI technologies. In the areas of automation and AI, major changes have taken place resulting in a skill gap that can be addressed by modernizing the existing VET programs. Further research into AI in...

Advancing adaptive education through technological innovations is crucial in creating inclusive learning environments that cater to students with disabilities. With the development of assistive technologies, personalized learning tools, and digital platforms, educators can offer personalized educational experiences to accommodate diverse learning needs. From speech recognition software and text-to-speech applications to AI-powered tutoring systems and virtual classrooms, these innovations ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of health data, technology, and access to health informatics. The applications of several information technologies in the context of healthcare are proving instrumental in pandemic control. These technologies were already actively used in the healthcare sector before the pandemic. However, the pandemic has resulted in researchers reassessing how these technologies could have better assisted with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and...

Artificial intelligence, Big data, Blockchain and 5G for Digital Transformation of Healthcare Industry provides insights on the successes and failures in the field of IT and digital health during the pandemic and analyzes the lessons from these cases. The social and economic recovery after the pandemic requires urgent solutions for citizens, companies and economies around the world. From research centers, labs, hospitals and academia, researchers and academics are working collaboratively t...

Real-world evidence is defined as evidence generated from real-world data outside randomized controlled trials. As scientific discoveries and methodologies continue to advance, real-world data and their companion technologies offer powerful new tools for evidence generation. Real-World Evidence in a Patient-Centric Digital Era provides perspectives, examples, and insights on the innovative application of real-world evidence to meet patient needs and improve health...

Digital Health: Telemedicine and Beyond describes practical ways to use digital health tools in clinical practice. With a strong focus on case studies and patient outcomes, this title provides an overview of digital medicine, terms, concepts, and applications for the multidisciplinary clinical practitioner. Chapters provide a concise, yet comprehensive understanding of digital health, including telemedicine, mHealth, EHRs, and the benefits and challenges of each. The book gives insights on...