Digital Healthcare in Asia and Gulf Region for Healthy Aging and More Inclusive Societies

Shaping Digital Future

1st Edition - May 24, 2024
Editor: Patricia Ordonez de Pablos
Language: English
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Digital Healthcare in Asia and Gulf Region for Healthy Aging and More Inclusive Societies: Shaping Digital Future provides insight to the potential of advanced information technologies to build stronger healthcare systems, better quality healthcare services, and more resilient societies. The book covers two important regions: Gulf Region (Bahrein, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and UAE) and Asia, and explores how these countries develop policies for healthy aging and how digital tools can serve these goals.

This book delivers a collection of relevant, innovative research works on digital healthcare, with four main goals: (1) to cover two geographical regions (Asia and Gulf Region) with important advances in digital healthcare; (2) to present case studies in the field of IT and digital health during the pandemic and analyze the lessons from these studies; (3) to evaluate the latest advances in the field of digital healthcare (especially Artificial Intelligence [AI], Big Data, Blockchain, and 5G); and (4) to discuss implications for main stakeholders (patients, doctors, IT experts, directors, and policy managers) and recommendations for policy makers in these two regions and elsewhere.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface: Navigating digital health transformation in Asian and Gulf Region
Introduction
About the book
Acknowledgments
Section I: Lessons from Covid-19 pandemic, healthcare services, and preparedness for the future
Chapter 1. Can digital and social media change access to healthcare information?
Abstract
Introduction
Digital and social media
Competencies of digital marketing
Digital marketing and brand health
Conclusion
Authorship statement
Conflict of interest
References
Chapter 2. Food safety and online food delivery apps post-COVID-19 in Greater Jakarta—Indonesia
Abstract
Introduction
Literature review
Research method
Discussions
Conclusions
References
Chapter 3. Technology for early detection and diagnosis of mental disorders: An evidence synthesis
Abstract
Introduction
Mobile health applications
Applications of health technologies
Telehealth systems and telemental health technologies
Strengths and limitations of technology
National-level integration and capacity building for digital healthcare
Need for policy
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4. Critical analysis of digital mental health applications for healthy aging
Abstract
Introduction
Digital health and digital mental health
Digital applications for healthy aging
Telemedicine and telehealth
Wearable devices
Mobile health applications
Digital cognitive training
Medication management apps
Virtual reality applications
Purpose and application of digital health applications for healthy aging
Health monitoring and management
Remote consultations and telemedicine
Social connectivity and reduction in isolation
Mental well-being and therapy
Disease monitoring and management
Critical analysis of digital health applications for healthy aging
Older people’s user experience with digital health applications
The potential role of digital health applications: a comment on integrating ethical and practical concerns
Conclusion
References
Section II: Healthcare systems and healthcare workforce: toward digital transformation
Chapter 5. Opportunities and challenges facing the accounting information system in medical institutions when adopting Internet of Things
Abstract
Introduction
Previous studies
Opportunities of the Internet of Things for the accounting system in medical institutions
Challenges facing the accounting information system with the use of the Internet of Things in medical institutions
Conclusion
References
Chapter 6. The future of digital health in the era of space internet
Abstract
Introduction
Connecting the world: the resurgence of low Earth orbit satellite constellations and global internet access
Space internet: bridging the healthcare gap in remote and underserved regions
Revolutionizing remote surgery: space internet and digital healthcare integration
Space internet as a new frontier in real-time monitoring and prevention
Astronaut health beyond earth: the role of space internet in transforming space exploration
Guardians of astronaut health: the role of space internet in extraterrestrial habitats monitoring
For microgravity to medicine: the key role of space internet in space healthcare research
Toward a digital health transformation: challenges and opportunities in space technology integration
Blockchain technology in space health records: ensuring security and privacy
Equitable access to space internet: a key to global healthcare
Digital health and space internet: pioneering the future of healthcare
Space internet revolution: transforming healthcare in Asia and the Gulf region
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7. Sleep stage classification using a convolutional neural network based on heart rate variability features
Abstract
Introduction
Literature review
Methods
Results
Convolutional neural network second scenario
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 8. Application of artificial intelligence and digitalization in medical education and various surgical specialities: concerns and prospects
Abstract
Introduction
Defining digital health
Telemedicine in India
Surgery and digitalization
Intensive care and health digitalization
Surgical training and digitalization
Digitalization and medical education
Digitalization and women’s health
Applications of artificial intelligence in orthopedic surgery
References
Section III: National healthcare visions and digital transformation of healthcare services and infrastructures in Asia
Chapter 9. Telehealth services for aging patients in Pakistan: Understanding challenges and developing regionally relevant support through social policy
Abstract
Geriatric care in Pakistan
Telehealth services for the elderly in Pakistan
Providers’ challenges in delivering telehealth services
Elderly patients’ challenges in receiving services
The way forward for sustainable telehealth for elderly patients
Conclusion
References
Chapter 10. Digital health in ASEAN an exploratory analysis
Abstract
Introduction
Literature review
Methodology
Analysis and discussion
Cambodia
Indonesia
Laos
Malaysia
Myanmar
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam
Conclusion
References
Chapter 11. A comparative evaluation of the use of social media platforms by multinational and Indian pharmaceutical companies
Abstract
Introduction
Methods
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 12. Digital transformation of myopic retinopathy: insights from the Asian perspective
Abstract
Introduction
Definition of myopic retinopathy
Epidemiology of myopic retinopathy
The Gulf region
Detection and monitoring of myopic retinopathy
Telemedicine and remote diagnosis
Challenges in teleophthalmology
Limitations in emulating traditional eye examinations
Infrastructure and staffing constraints
Physician’s duty and associated risks
Influences on patient reception and satisfaction in telemedicine
Cybersecurity and privacy implications
Tackling myopia: global initiatives and China’s strategic approach
Novel therapeutic approaches for high myopia
Repeated low-intensity red light therapy
Stem cell therapy for myopic maculopathy
Gene therapy for high myopia
Conclusions and future perspectives
Future perspectives
References
Chapter 13. Healthcare travel resilience through digital healthcare adoption: lessons from Malaysia during the COVID-19 pandemic
Abstract
Introduction
The evolution from traditional to the digital healthcare system
The growth and trend of digital healthcare in Asia
The evolution and growth of the healthcare travel industry in Asia
Impact of digital healthcare on the relevant stakeholders during the pandemic
Conclusion
References
Chapter 14. AI-powered digital health: bridging the gap for elderly populations in the evolving healthcare ecosystem
Abstract
Introduction
Digital health
Challenges for digital health
Aritificial intelligence in digital health
Aging Asia and digital health
Methodology
Analysis
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 15. Digital transformation of healthcare services and infrastructure in Asia: the metaverse bound?
Abstract
Introduction
The growth and trend of digital healthcare
Metaverse at a glance
Challenges/concerns in metaverse
Metaverse in healthcare
Challenges/concerns in metaverse healthcare
Precautions of digital transformation in the metaverse setting
Case study: Metaversepital—potential of shaping healthcare in metaverse in Asia
Conclusion
References
Section IV: National healthcare visions and digital transformation of healthcare services and infrastructures in gulf region
Chapter 16. The role of big data in healthcare in Gulf region
Abstract
Introduction
Characteristics of big data
Big data challenges
Big data sources
Impact the big data on the health sector
Previous studies
Big data and healthcare are international experiences
The impact of big data on healthcare in the GCC countries
Conclusion
References
Chapter 17. Artificial intelligence and the delivery of patient-centered care in the Gulf region: navigating the ethical landscape
Abstract
Introduction
Healthcare systems in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries
Artificial intelligence tools and the patient–doctor relationship
Summary and recommendations
References
Chapter 18. Ensuring governance for quality, safety, and efficiency of medicines in the state of Kuwait: a call for action
Abstract
Introduction
Kuwait's medicine management system: status and issues
The medicine management system for Kuwait
Recommended steps for health digitization
Conclusion
References
Chapter 19. Telehealth: business models and commercialization
Abstract
Introduction
Reasons for success and failure of telehealth projects
Commercialization of telehealth projects
Business model
Using business models in telehealth businesses
The 4P telehealth business framework for Iran: a case study
Conclusion
References
Section V: Trends and Implications for healthcare research agenda and policy
Chapter 20. Healthcare transformed: a comprehensive survey of artificial intelligence trends in healthcare industries
Abstract
Introduction
Knowledge graph
Neural-symbolic reasoning systems
Noncommunicable diseases in Asia
Application of neural-symbolic artificial intelligence
Explainable artificial intelligence
Current trends in different applications using explainable artificial intelligence
Neuro-symbolic artificial intelligence for early diagnosis of diseases
Conclusion
References
Chapter 21. The evolution and challenges of healthcare policy and research in the Middle East
Abstract
Introduction
Background
Historical perspective
Current landscape
Challenges
Implications for policy
Conclusion and future agenda
References
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