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Computers in The Healthcare Industry

 

 
Computers in The Workplace

Today, I will explore the significant impact computers have on the healthcare industry. While my perspective comes from personal experiences as a visitor and patient rather than a professional standpoint, it's evident that computers play a crucial role in modern healthcare.

Changing Healthcare Through Technology

          One of the most noticeable impacts of computers is the transition from paper based records to digital medical records. This change has made it easier for patients to access their own records, schedule appointments through computer application systems, and even how they check in for appointments using digital devices. Many healthcare facilities have replaced the traditional paper and clipboard method with iPads to collect patient information. Computers also allow the ability for telemedicine, enabling patients to consult with healthcare professionals from home. These are just a few examples of how computers are making an impact in the healthcare industry, and it goes even deeper with training, research, medical inventory and how the doctors view imaging and input updated patient data into patient management systems.

The Importance of Computer Literacy for Healthcare Professionals

            It’s really important for healthcare professionals to be computer literate as they need to be able to confidently and efficiently navigate the patient records, using email and instant messaging systems. Another reason is to be able to recognize potential breaches and cyber attacks in their computer systems to be able to protect the sensitive information of patients. At the end of the day to be computer literate in healthcare allows these professionals to provide top tier patient care and to effectively manage their tasks on any given day.

Computers Evolution in Healthcare

            Computers have evolved tremendously over the years. This will no doubt continue over the next decade and will have a profound impact in healthcare. For example, the use of AI has started to make an impact in the industry already, but I believe it will be even more common in the coming years such as with the planning of treatments for patients depending on that patient’s individual condition. With improved operating systems brings improved security to better protect patient information and making the systems more user friendly for the medical professionals. Finally, with currently having 5G capabilities and eventually 6G, we can anticipate in the next 10 years this would bring even faster internet connections, allowing medical professionals to be even more efficient than they already are.

Conclusion

Computers have become crucial in the healthcare industry, enhancing patient care, streamlining processes, and driving innovation. As computer technology continues to advance, its impact in the healthcare industry will grow as well, enabling medical professionals to provide even better care with greater efficiency.


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