IOT
HOW IS IOT REVOLUTIONISIN PATIENT HEALTHCARE ?
IoT devices in healthcare are providing new monitoring opportunities for healthcare professionals and enabling self-monitoring for patients
WRITTEN BY : KATY ALLAN
oT devices present healthcare professionals of today with a number of new opportunities to monitor patients , whilst simultaneously enabling patients to monitor themselves . However , the diverse range of wearable IoT devices brings a multitude of advantages and challenges that impact both healthcare providers and their patients .
The Internet of Medical Things ( IoMT ), often associated with connected devices in healthcare , is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the IoT industry , and by 2026 is expected to reach a market value of US $ 176bn .
Before IoT , the interaction between patients and doctors was limited to in-person visits , and tele and text communications . Healthcare professionals were unable to make recommendations accordingly as there was no means for doctors or hospitals to monitor so many patients ’ health continuously .
In order to effectively monitor , control , and protect the security of IoT devices , it is crucial that healthcare professionals have a thorough understanding of how these devices are used . Although there are many examples of IoT in the industry , one of the
110 December 2023