[Digital Transformation in Healthcare].

Journal: No shinkei geka. Neurological surgery
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Abstract

Digital transformation, a term coined by Erik Stolterman and Anna Croon Fors, means the changes of social systems by using information and communication technologies. The healthcare industry has changed through the introduction of hospital information systems, and the Internet of Things is now dissolving hospitals in society. Recent advancements in medical artificial intelligence have increased expectations of disruptive changes in clinical practice and medical science. Therefore, all nations devote their efforts to the establishment of a key factor: a real-world data platform. A clear vision of gradually navigating citizens to a bright future and the courage to change the legislation quickly to realize the vision are keys to success.

Authors

  • Tomohiro Kuroda
    Division of Medical Information Technology and Administration Planning, Kyoto University Hospital, Kyoto, Japan.