As the point person assigned to lead digital transformation in our health facility, I would like to discuss this to learn more about what is currently available and how this concept is applied to health. Admittedly not an expert on the topic, I started searching for definitions and how different concepts are related to one another.
Digitization is the process of converting information from analog to digital.
Digitalization is using digital data to simplify how you work.
Digital transformation adds value to every customer interaction.
Benefits of digital transformation include increased efficiency, greater business agility and unlocking of new value for employees, customers and shareholders.
Also, Melissa Kress of csnews.com share about the Three Rs of digital transformation that having the right people, the right process and the right systems in place spells success.
Starting 2020, Hospital Statistical Reports were submitted through the Online Health Facility Statistical Reporting System (OHFSRS).
In 2021, Dr Eric Tayag promoted telemedicine as a game changer in the pandemic, since digital health could reduce the cost of health services.
For 2023, the Department of Health has mandated the digitalization of eleven (11) areas of hospital operations to be included in their hospital balanced score cards. This includes use of hospital information systems, electronic health records, teleconsultation, and electronic patient navigation.
T1. Cite examples of how digital transformation is applied for health in your area.
T2. What are the barriers to digital transformation for health?
T3. What do you think are the enabling factors for implementation of digital transformation for health?
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