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Mobile medical applications in neurology
Adam B Cohen1, Brian V Nahed1, Kevin N Sheth1
1Departments of Neurology and Radiology (ABC) and Neurosurgery (BVN), Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston; and Department of Neurology (KNS), University of Maryland Medical Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore.
Neurology. Clinical Practice
|February 7, 2018
Summary
Mobile applications, or apps, are becoming essential in clinical settings. This report introduces valuable smartphone apps for neurologists and neurology students, covering tools for patient monitoring, data collection, and clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Medical Informatics
- Digital Health
Background:
- Smartphone applications (apps) are increasingly integrated into clinical practice.
- Apps have advanced from simple references to complex interactive tools.
- These tools support patient monitoring, data collection, and clinical decision-making.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce valuable mobile applications for neurologists.
- To highlight the evolving role of apps in neurological practice and education.
- To provide an overview of diverse app functionalities relevant to neurology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing mobile applications for medical professionals.
- Categorization of apps based on their utility in neurology.
- Selection of representative apps for introduction.
Main Results:
- Identified a wide range of mobile apps applicable to neurology.
- Apps offer functionalities including dynamic references, clinical analysis, and patient management.
- Tools are beneficial for clinicians, researchers, and students in the field.
Conclusions:
- Mobile apps represent a significant advancement in neurological practice and education.
- Neurologists and students can leverage these digital tools for enhanced patient care and learning.
- The continued development of apps promises further integration into the medical field.
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