How Software (Mobile App) Development can alleviate challenges facing the Healthcare Industry

How Software (Mobile App) Development Can Alleviate Challenges Facing the Healthcare Industry

The Healthcare Industry worldwide is now more in-demand than ever before, thanks to a combination of lower infant mortality rates and people living longer in general. This has led to an unprecedented amount of expenditure on healthcare with a significant percentage of that dedicated to Software Development / IT services and for good reason: They may just be the answer to the Healthcare industry’s logistical nightmares

Software Development’s increasing impact on the Healthcare Industry

Globally, the Healthcare Industry has been plagued with inefficiency since its very inception. With a mind-boggling number of people needing Healthcare in some form or the other, its problems were only compounding themselves. However, with the foray of Software Development into the Healthcare and Wellness Industry, there has been a marked improvement with regards to the overall functioning of Healthcare. There’s been a tangible improvement in accountability, efficiency and general quality of life enhancements for both Clients (Patients) and Medical personnel alike.

Challenges facing the Healthcare sector

Skyrocketing Expenses: It’s no secret that there’s a lot of money being spent in this industry, by virtually all parties involved. This includes Governments, Hospitals, Insurance Providers and just about everyone involved. The benefit isn’t being passed on to the consumers either, with medical expenses forming a big chunk of every family’s budget.

Manpower shortage: There’s a significant shortfall in the number of trained healthcare professionals even in developed countries. Coupled with a lower infant mortality rate and increasing life expectancy amongst people worldwide, the fuse on this powder keg is already lit. Doctors just don’t have the time they need to dedicate to a patient.

Choked Inventories: Let’s face it, the Healthcare Industry has had inventory issues since its very inception. It’s no surprise really, considering the vast numbers involved. Manually sorting this issue out is a monumental task in itself, and Healthcare Personnel have far more critical tasks at hand.

Data Security: With Digital Healthcare still in its nascent stages, There’s a question about the security of patient data, especially in the current climate. While not insecure, A lot more can be done to ensure the security and maintainability of patient data and assure all parties that their data is safe.

Outdated Databases: The vast majority of hospitals and clinics are relying on databases whose code is, to put it mildly, ancient. These databases are slow and more worryingly, prone to errors. In an Industry as critical as Healthcare, the sooner these databases are brought up to speed, the better.

Can Mobile Development be the solution the Healthcare Industry desperately needs?

Absolutely!
With the increasing penetration of Smartphones and Health tracking equipment and wearables into people’s lives, there has never been a better time to utilize Mobile Application Development Services to alleviate a lot of issues facing the Healthcare Industry.
Take, for example, E-Clinics, which can greatly reduce the burden of diagnosing and dealing with non-emergency cases for Doctors, Nurses, and other staff. This has a dual advantage of reducing manpower requirements that many hospitals are struggling to meet.
Consider mobile apps like Care Navigator and PAaTHS, which can provide a patient’s complete diagnostic history to their Doctor whilst also improving their data’s security, can also enable Healthcare Professionals to constantly monitor patients who require it and advise them regarding dietary or prescription changes if needed.
Constant Health monitoring via Mobiles and Wearables can lead to people taking better care of themselves, thereby reducing the financial burden on all parties.

For logistic issues, the widespread availability of tablets and phones can ensure instant inventory updations at all times even by medical staff without the need for much training, thereby avoiding shortages or an overabundance of material as well as reducing manpower requirements. This will have a cascading effect on costs as well, especially when there is less wastage of material and manpower needed to source said material.

The way forward with Metadesign Solutions

Should you be looking to hire Mobile App Developers in the Healthcare Industry, Metadesign Solutions has a wide range of expertise as a Mobile Application Development Company, having made many robust and intuitive Applications for various healthcare providers, such as PAaTHS and Care Navigator and can surely find a solution that suits your needs.