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Blockchain Applications for Healthcare Data Management.

Dimiter V Dimitrov¹

¹Diavita Ltd., Varna, Bulgaria.

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|February 22, 2019

Summary

Blockchain technology offers new digital platforms for healthcare, enabling seamless data interaction for patients and providers. This technology facilitates secure medical record storage and patient outreach, enhancing healthcare system efficiency.

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence Genomics Health Information Interoperability Information Storage and Retrieval mHealth

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Area of Science:

Health Informatics
Computer Science
Distributed Ledger Technology

Background:

Blockchain technology presents a novel approach to managing healthcare data.
Existing literature often focuses on either technical details or economic impacts, leaving a gap in understanding practical applications.
This study bridges this gap by exploring the technical foundations of blockchain in healthcare.

Observation:

Emerging digital platforms leverage blockchain for efficient healthcare data management.
These platforms enable streamlined interactions among data providers, including patients.
Key areas explored include secure medical record storage and patient-centric mobile applications.

Findings:

Blockchain facilitates fast, simple, and seamless data exchange in healthcare.
Patient personal data ownership and control are enhanced through blockchain solutions.
Mobile applications can be developed for effective patient outreach using blockchain.

Implications:

A conceptual understanding of blockchain's technical aspects is crucial for evaluating its healthcare applications.
This knowledge aids in assessing business cases for blockchain startups in the health sector.
It supports informed discussions on the economic impact and future potential of blockchain in healthcare.