Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Barriers to Effective Communication II01:21

Barriers to Effective Communication II

5.0K
The barriers to effective communication also include cultural barriers, semantic barriers, gender barriers, and time constraints.
Cultural barriers:
Differences in values, beliefs, religion, knowledge, and tradition can significantly impact communication. Awareness of nonverbal cues is critical, especially when conversing with a patient from a different culture. What appears appropriate in one culture may be inappropriate in another.
Semantic barriers:
As a result of their tendency to use...
5.0K
Issues And Trends In Healthcare Delivery System01:29

Issues And Trends In Healthcare Delivery System

6.5K
The issues and trends in healthcare delivery are constantly changing. The COVID-19 pandemic is one recent issue that wreaked havoc on healthcare systems, causing a shortage of healthcare workers, high demand for medicines and supplies, and increased medical expenditure due to a lack of insurance. Other issues include rising healthcare costs and care fragmentation.
Cost Containment
Payment for healthcare services has historically promoted adoption of costly and often unnecessary or inefficient...
6.5K
Introduction To Health Care Delivery System01:18

Introduction To Health Care Delivery System

4.6K
The healthcare system is constantly changing and complex. Various services are available from different healthcare providers, but gaining access to these services has become challenging for people with limited healthcare insurance. Uninsured people present a challenge to healthcare because they frequently postpone or forego treatment.
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) advocates for a patient-centered, effective, safe, timely, equitable, and effective healthcare system. The National Priorities...
4.6K
Dimensions of Health and Illness01:21

Dimensions of Health and Illness

9.8K
The factors influencing the health-illness continuum can be internal or external and may or may not be under conscious control. They are related to the following eight human dimensions, and each dimension is interrelated to one other.
9.8K
Barriers to Effective Communication I01:30

Barriers to Effective Communication I

12.5K
A communication barrier is any distortion or interruption during a conversation, resulting in miscommunication of the message. A good communicator should know these barriers and continuously check for the listener's understanding by obtaining feedback.
Communication barriers include the following:
Physiological barriers: They are limitations caused by a person's health condition or disability, such as hearing loss, poor eyesight, illness, or unconsciousness. An example to overcome this...
12.5K
Methods of Documentation VI: Case Management Model01:15

Methods of Documentation VI: Case Management Model

922
The case management model is a multidisciplinary approach that involves healthcare professionals from diverse disciplines, such as physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and pharmacists, working collaboratively to address the various needs of patients. Each healthcare professional brings unique expertise and perspectives, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of the patient's condition and tailoring treatment plans accordingly.
For example, a patient with a chronic...
922

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Patient-Empowered Electronic Health Records.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2019
Same author

Medical System Choice: Information That Affects the Selection of Healthcare Provider in Australia?

Studies in health technology and informatics·2018
Same author

A visual grid to digitally record an Ayurvedic <i>Prakriti</i> assessment; a first step toward integrated electronic health records.

Journal of traditional and complementary medicine·2017
Same author

The Effectiveness of SMS Reminders on Appointment Attendance: a Meta-Analysis.

Journal of medical systems·2016
Same author

Clinical data warehousing for evidence based decision making.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2015
Same author

The Australian general public's perceptions of having a personally controlled electronic health record (PCEHR).

International journal of medical informatics·2014

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 25, 2026

A Novel Digital Platform for a Monitored Home-based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
04:24

A Novel Digital Platform for a Monitored Home-based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

Published on: April 19, 2019

14.2K

Barriers to implementing eHealth: a multi-dimensional perspective.

Bidah Alkhaldi1, Tony Sahama1, Craig Huxley1

  • 1Science and Engineering Faculty, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, Australia.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|August 28, 2014
PubMed
Summary

This study identifies key barriers to eHealth implementation, including technical and systemic challenges. It proposes solutions like government policies and standardization to improve eHealth adoption.

More Related Videos

Digital Home-Monitoring of Patients after Kidney Transplantation: The MACCS Platform
07:13

Digital Home-Monitoring of Patients after Kidney Transplantation: The MACCS Platform

Published on: April 12, 2021

4.4K
Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
14:32

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Published on: February 16, 2011

26.2K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 25, 2026

A Novel Digital Platform for a Monitored Home-based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
04:24

A Novel Digital Platform for a Monitored Home-based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

Published on: April 19, 2019

14.2K
Digital Home-Monitoring of Patients after Kidney Transplantation: The MACCS Platform
07:13

Digital Home-Monitoring of Patients after Kidney Transplantation: The MACCS Platform

Published on: April 12, 2021

4.4K
Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
14:32

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Published on: February 16, 2011

26.2K

Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Digital Health Implementation
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • eHealth offers significant benefits for healthcare delivery.
  • Effective eHealth implementation requires robust infrastructure and preparedness.
  • Understanding challenges is crucial for successful digital health integration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify barriers hindering eHealth implementation from multiple viewpoints.
  • To explore necessary components for a strong eHealth infrastructure.
  • To propose strategies for enhancing eHealth adoption.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and analysis of eHealth implementation factors.
  • Discussion of eHealth benefits and infrastructure requirements.
  • Detailed examination of identified barriers and proposed solutions.

Main Results:

  • Key barriers include technical interoperability issues, lack of a holistic approach, and technology disconnect.
  • eHealth preparedness and a robust infrastructure are essential for success.
  • Government policies, standardization, and training are vital for promoting adoption.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing identified barriers is critical for successful eHealth integration.
  • A multi-faceted approach involving policy, standards, and training is recommended.
  • Overcoming implementation challenges will enhance the benefits of digital health solutions.