The Promising Applications of AR and VR In Healthcare
Until a few years ago, AR and VR were futuristic technologies seen mostly in science fiction movies. Then they became a staple in the gaming and entertainment industry. Today, however, AR and VR are on the road to becoming mainstream technologies that promise to benefit…
4 Things to Consider while Upgrading your EHR
As technology advances transform the medical industry, Electronic Health Records (EHR) are enabling healthcare organizations to address the complex nature of medical care and the surplus of medical information that is overwhelming doctors’ capability to treat patients. According to a report by Gartner, CIOs consider…
Here is Why I Appreciate APHM (The Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia)
Thanks to extensive support from the government, the Malaysian healthcare system is fairly advanced. The government has put a very high priority on this sector and has allocated more than 10% of the overall budget for it. Very recently, the honorable Health Minister of Malaysia,…
It’s Time to Think Healthcare Transformation, Not Just Process Improvement
“Come gather ’round people Wherever you roam And admit that the waters Around you have grown And accept it that soon You’ll be drenched to the bone. If your time to you Is worth savin’ Then you better start swimmin’ Or you’ll sink like a…
Beyond Recordkeeping, The True Value of Hospital Information Systems
Information technology has become pervasive in our lives in a manner that it has emerged as a key tool for development and growth. In the healthcare scenario, Hospital Information Systems or HIS, have become the enablers of efficiencies, improving patient care, increasing patient satisfaction levels,…
Why Malaysia Is the Next Big Destination for Top International Tech Professionals
If you’re in the tech industry and are looking to relocate, there’s no place like Malaysia. Nestled in the heart of Southeast Asia, this diverse, multi-cultural country is home to some of the best tech talent in the world, and for a good reason. But…
Healthcare Technology Applications Development – A Delight for Passionate Programmers
The pace at which healthcare industry is progressing is unimaginable. With new technologies being adopted and new innovations being created, the industry is on a roll. In such a technology-driven industry, healthcare technology applications development is a delight for passionate programmers. Developing systems and applications…
Smart Healthcare – The Many Benefits for Patients
The healthcare industry is a complex organism. Given its complex nature, this industry has taken its time to jump on to the new technology bandwagon. The sheer number of stakeholders and invested parties, and the huge impact that the smallest of actions has in this…
Key Tech Investment Areas for Smart Hospitals
Technology is eating the world. Today every aspect of our lives, every industry, every sector has been transformed because of technology. Do we even remember the days of the landline? Do we remember how the older banking format worked? Can you imagine waiting for a…
Can Machine Learning Bring a Paradigm Shift in Healthcare?
In a world where patients are getting more and more involved in their own health, the problems of manual processes are many. Having medical records, research documents, lab reports, doctor prescriptions, etc. on paper restricts seamless understanding and sharing of important health information that ultimately…
A 10-Point Guide for Hospitals to Strategize and Implement their Smart Hospital Program
The healthcare industry is battling with many challenges. The healthcare costs are rising (global health care spending is projected to reach $8.7 trillion by 2020). There is a constant need and demand to improve access to care. There is an increasing involvement of patients in…
The Role of AI & IoT In Smart Hospitals – Top Use Cases
Although technological advancements have been helping healthcare organizations achieve a certain degree of operational efficiency, the drawbacks of manually inputting medical information, inflexible networking, and poor integration between various departments cannot be ignored. These drawbacks restrict the smooth operation of the healthcare organizations which is…