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Methodology for Establishing a Community-Wide Life Laboratory for Capturing Unobtrusive and Continuous Remote Activity and Health Data
Published on: July 27, 2018
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Brain Health Living Labs.
Shannon Richardson1, Anika Sinha1, Ipsit Vahia2
1School of Medicine (SR, AS, ES), Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA.
Summary
We propose a Brain Health Living Lab model for geriatric care providers. This user-centered ecosystem integrates clinical care, research, and innovation for better brain health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Neuroscience
- Healthcare Innovation
Background:
- The growing elderly population presents challenges in maintaining cognitive function.
- Existing models often silo clinical care, research, and innovation in geriatric brain health.
- A need exists for integrated approaches to enhance brain health in older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and advocate for the adoption of the Brain Health Living Lab model.
- To promote a user-centered, iterative ecosystem for geriatric brain health.
- To foster integration of clinical care, research, and innovation.
Main Methods:
- The Brain Health Living Lab model is presented as a framework.
- Emphasis on a user-centered and iterative ecosystem design.
- Integration of concurrent clinical care, research, and innovation processes.
Main Results:
- The model offers a novel ecosystem for geriatric brain health.
- It facilitates simultaneous advancement in care, research, and innovation.
- A collaborative environment for stakeholders is established.
Conclusions:
- The Brain Health Living Lab model is a viable approach for geriatric brain health.
- Adoption by healthcare providers, executives, and entrepreneurs is encouraged.
- This integrated model has the potential to significantly improve brain health outcomes in older adults.
