Future of Remote Patient Monitoring in India | MedTel Healthcare

 



Nearly everywhere one turns, the topic of discussion seems to lean towards technology. Whether it’s social media, construction, design, real estate, education – the future really is tech-driven. Another area that has been strongly influenced by technology in healthcare, especially in the private sector.

The Evolution of Healthcare

In the past three decades, the Indian private healthcare sector has witnessed an evolution with Healthcare 1.0 and Healthcare 2.0. During the era of Healthcare 1.0, there was not much awareness about healthcare among the general population. The model was largely practitioner-led. As technology advanced and the demand for secondary and tertiary care rose, the private healthcare sector witnessed increasing investment. The government’s involvement in the form of initiatives like the National Health Mission also fuelled this evolution. Today, we are in the Healthcare 2.0 era where there are excellent healthcare facilities and highly skilled care providers.

The Future: Healthcare 3.0

While Healthcare 2.0 is a leap from the earlier era, there are still areas that are lacking such as electronic medical records and data digitization. But, this is set to change as the adoption of disruptive technologies for virtual care is increasing. The private healthcare sector will rethink its models in keeping with current trends and technological changes. The COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating this change as the country’s healthcare infrastructure bends under the burden.

This evolution is happening quickly as evidenced from a 2019 report by Future Health Index (FHI) which shows that –

  • India leads the way in the adoption of digital health technology.
  • As much as 76% of healthcare professionals use digital health records (DHRs).

Predictions of Healthcare 3.0

The internet and mobile connectivity have transformed India’s consumption patterns in the past decade, directly influencing business models, including that of the healthcare sector. Digitization has increased access to banking and insurance services, transport, and more from virtually anywhere. This trend is impacting access to healthcare as well.

Smarter Patients

The following patient behavior changes are predicted:

  • Self-care: The next decades will see patients becoming more educated about healthcare. They will learn to manage their health better. This self-care will be driven by the use of wearable devices, remote support services, and electronic health records.
  • Awareness: Thanks to increasing internet and mobile connectivity, patients in urban and rural areas have access to healthcare-related information like never before. They can stay up-to-date on the latest trends and news.
  • Transparency: With patients more informed, there will be a demand for transparency of healthcare costs, facilities, credentials of care providers, treatment options and safety. This will compel caregivers to maintain a higher standard of care and trust.
  • Participation: The passive role of patients will change to an active one. The healthcare system will become patient-driven as consumers play an active role in decision-making towards their health.

Reshape of the Healthcare Ecosystem Using Disruptive Technologies

These disruptive technologies are pushing the current healthcare system towards Healthcare 3.0.

Artificial Intelligence

It’s predicted that AI will deliver better care and help bridge the gap between doctors and other care providers in India. While AI is being used for diagnoses and treatment planning of chronic conditions and cancer, it will play a bigger role in drug discovery, primary care, and clinical decision support systems (CDSS). The goal will be to reduce the burden on hospitals, and assist caregivers – not replace them.

Internet of Things

IoT or the Internet of Things will assist care providers in health monitoring, asset maintenance, equipment tracking, and more. Connected medical devices will track patients’ health while devices such as smart medication dispensers will assist patients in self-care efforts. IoT will also be applied to emergency care units, transfer of patient data, besides monitoring, and gamification of health and wellness.

Implantable devices will see greater popularity as they will provide care to chronic patients. They will be used to monitor patient health and transmit the data to care providers who can advise treatment as and when needed. As technology advances, implantables will be able to predict the onset of epileptic episodes and other conditions.

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