Methods to engage patients in the modern clinic

Area of Science:

• Allergy and Immunology
• Digital Health
• Health Informatics

Background:

• The field of allergy and immunology is rapidly integrating digital health technologies.
• Patient and provider engagement methods are evolving with technological advancements.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify current technology-driven patient and provider engagement methods in allergy and immunology.
• To explore applications in clinic, hospital, and home settings.

Main Methods:

• Searched Apple App Store, Google, and PubMed for relevant allergy and immunology technology applications and literature.
• Included studies on websites, electronic health records, medical devices, remote patient monitoring, and artificial intelligence.

Main Results:

• Significant innovation in digital health includes expanded electronic medical record services, patient portals, and allergy/immunology-specific apps.
• Remote patient monitoring capabilities and AI for patient interaction are increasingly developed.

Conclusions:

• Technological advances offer advantages but pose challenges in data evaluation for providers and equitable access for patients.
• The rapid development, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, indicates a continuing shift towards technology-enhanced patient interaction in healthcare.