TRANSFORMING PATIENT CARE: THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE IT MODERNIZATION IN IMPROVING CLINICAL OUTCOMES

Authors

  • VijayaAshwin Jagadeesan Technical Architect, USA Author

Keywords:

Healthcare IT Modernization, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Patient Care Quality, Health Informatics, Clinical Workflow Optimization

Abstract

This article examines the transformative impact of healthcare IT modernization on patient care quality. As healthcare organizations transition from legacy systems to more agile and efficient platforms, significant improvements in patient outcomes have been observed. Through a comprehensive analysis of recent case studies and empirical data, this article demonstrates how IT modernization enhances key aspects of healthcare delivery, including appointment scheduling, provider communication, and patient record management. The article reveals that modernized IT systems contribute to reduced medical errors, improved diagnostic accuracy, and more personalized patient care. Furthermore, the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in healthcare IT shows promising results in areas such as predictive analytics and clinical decision support. While challenges in implementation and data security persist, the overall benefits of healthcare IT modernization are substantial. This article concludes that continued investment in and adoption of modern healthcare IT systems is crucial for advancing patient care quality and efficiency in an increasingly digital healthcare landscape.

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Published

2024-10-30

How to Cite

VijayaAshwin Jagadeesan. (2024). TRANSFORMING PATIENT CARE: THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE IT MODERNIZATION IN IMPROVING CLINICAL OUTCOMES. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IJRCAIT), 7(2), 565-575. https://ijrcait.com/index.php/home/article/view/IJRCAIT_07_02_044