The digital revolution: who loses out?
1Chief Nurse, Oxford University Hospitals.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|October 9, 2020
Summary
The pandemic accelerated digital health tools for patient interaction. However, this digital shift risks excluding vulnerable patient populations from essential healthcare services.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare technology
- Digital health
- Patient engagement
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated rapid adoption of digital platforms in healthcare.
- Traditional patient interaction methods were disrupted, prompting innovation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To reflect on the accelerated use of digital platforms for patient interaction post-pandemic.
- To identify potential exclusion of patient groups due to digital health approaches.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative reflection by a Chief Nurse.
- Analysis of pandemic-driven digital health trends.
Main Results:
- Digital platforms have become integral to patient communication.
- Certain patient demographics may face barriers to accessing digital healthcare.
Conclusions:
- While digital health offers benefits, equitable access must be ensured.
- Future strategies should address the digital divide in patient care.
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