Introduction to Digital Health

Introduction to Digital Health

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Instructor: Prof. Paul S. Lalvani

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand global health, its challenges, and how it addresses disparities to promote equity worldwide.
Explore digital health components and their role in expanding healthcare access and collaboration globally.
Recognize the key benefits of digital health in improving health outcomes and system efficiency.

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Assessments

8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

This module provides an overview of digital health, exploring its evolution, key concepts, and the role of technology in modern healthcare. By the end of this module, learners will understand the foundational principles of digital health and know the global strategies and WHO guidelines for digital health.

This chapter introduces the concept of global health and its significance in addressing disparities and promoting equity. It further examines the role of digital health, its key components, and the ways in which it enhances healthcare access and collaboration. The benefits of digital health in the broader global health context are also highlighted.

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2 videos1 reading2 assignments

This chapter traces the historical development of digital health and outlines the evolution of digital technologies in healthcare. It covers key milestones in telehealth, telemedicine, electronic health records, eHealth, mHealth, medical imaging, robotics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, and big data, demonstrating their progressive role in transforming healthcare delivery.

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2 videos1 reading2 assignments

This chapter presents an overview of the major technologies underpinning digital health. It introduces important terminologies and concepts while examining applications such as mHealth, eHealth, telehealth, telemedicine, and electronic health records, offering a foundational understanding of their relevance in healthcare.

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1 video1 reading2 assignments

This chapter explores the multidisciplinary approach required for implementing digital health, with emphasis on public sector collaboration and stakeholder engagement. It reviews country-level strategies, international best practices, and the World Health Organization’s guidelines that promote the adoption of digital health. Examples of national digital health initiatives are also discussed.