The digital world’s advancement has revolutionized the way we interact with technology. Especially in the last two decades. The innovation in the mobile industry and the gadget’s increased affordability. Of course, it has played a big role in this digital revolution. Like any other aspect of life, the healthcare industry has also benefited heavily. Because of mobile technology and apps. Features like on-demand healthcare services, one-button emergency assistance, bridging the communication gap between the patient and doctor, and others. These are possible today only because of mobile apps. Here is a list of 14 advantages of Healthcare Mobile Apps:
Real-Time Communication
The days are gone when you have to wait in long lines for mere consultations. With the help of mobile apps, the whole process of consultation, feedback, regular monitoring can be performed in real-time. Along with that, mobile apps have enabled real-time sharing of data among experts from different geographical locations.
Uninterrupted Data Flow
In the healthcare industry, any treatment’s effectiveness depends heavily on adequate and exact exchange of data. With 24*7 connectivity ensured by mobile apps. All the patient’s data can be moved fast and in an uninterrupted manner, across labs and hospitals. On top of that, healthcare apps have eliminated the need for any hardcopy generated data.
Comprehensive Management
In the past, since there were no channels for monitoring patients, patients were suggested to visit clinics regularly. And were forced to come out in whatever condition they were in. However, with healthcare apps, tablets, devices, and wearables, this situation has changed completely. Nowadays, both patients and doctors can communicate effectively while being in the comfort of their homes.
Point-to-Point Coordination
With the assistance of new era m-health apps, any patients can keep himself/herself updated with details like prescriptions, follow-up, medications. Also, can coordinate with health personnel directly in case of any emergency.
Enhanced Efficiency
Healthcare services demand hectic and long working hours. Especially in these tough times when everyone is feeling unsecured. A large amount of health personal’s time is devoted to non-productive tasks like data entry. Mobile apps eliminated these time consuming and repetitive tasks using AI and ML to focus on their core job of treatment.
Diagnostic Accuracy
Although the computer’s insertion has eased out the hectic task of patient’s records keeping, m-health apps have enhanced this feature to a whole different level. With the integration of medical devices in mobile apps, it can now recognize the reasons, symptoms, and pathogens of diseases.
Convenience
The mobile and handy nature of these apps has eliminated the needs of carrying heavy and bulky books. With mobile apps at your disposal, you can access millions of books with your fingers’ swipe.
Easy Customization
It is not humanly possible to attend a vast sum of patients on-time. However, with small assistance from m-health apps, doctors can recommend custom remedies for the patient in an emergency without being available there.
Hassle-free Remote Areas
With the expansion of the internet, patients in remote areas can now order medicines online with these apps. Along with that, booking an appointment has become relatively easy.
Reduced Expenses
Earlier, you would have to go to the clinic for every simple consultation and spend money on fare. The m-health apps have eliminated those extra expenses. The less privileged can also have access to the facilities like comprehensive engagement with doctors without spending money on costly medical facilities.
IoT backed healthcare
The mushrooming of IoT devices, sensors, and wearables have made the data flow more easily in the last five years. These devices have also enhanced the efficiency of medical equipment attached to the patients’ body for monitoring vital parameters.
Easy Payments
With the integration of payment gateways on mobile apps, medical bills can be paid with just one tap. They also provide a number of payment methods, including debit/credit cards, online transactions, cash on delivery, etc.
Enhanced Business’ Brand Value
Customer satisfaction is a big part of any business. With the features that come bundled with mobile apps, it is obvious that your customers will be utterly happy. Which will enhance your brand value.
Scheduling tasks
With push notification features of mobile apps, you can set reminders of your meditations. Also, schedule appointments in no time. You can get updates about any cancellation in case it happens. So, you don’t have to waste time or money by visiting the clinic or medical facility.
Conclusion
The Healthcare industry started its breakthrough journey with ease of use of technologies. With the right vision and a feature-rich mobile app. Also, you can confidently tread in Healthcare.
There is not an iota of doubt, that future of IoT apps is bright and the healthcare industry will be operated by advanced IoT technologies.
In this article, we share our vision of the benefits of IoT in healthcare, and use cases from our practice.
