Smart Healthcare Technologies
Editor
Shivakumar Sambari
Introduction
The healthcare industry is undergoing a digital transformation driven by cutting-edge smart technologies. Smart healthcare technologies integrate artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), big data, robotics, and wearable devices to enhance patient care, optimize hospital operations, and improve clinical decision-making. These advancements enable more efficient, personalized, and proactive healthcare solutions, leading to improved patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness.
This book aims to explore the latest developments in smart healthcare technologies, including their applications, challenges, and future directions. By compiling contributions from researchers, practitioners, and industry experts, this volume will provide a comprehensive understanding of how smart technologies are reshaping modern healthcare.
Target Audience
This book is intended for:
- Researchers and academicians in healthcare technology and medical informatics.
- Healthcare professionals and clinicians.
- AI and IoT experts in healthcare.
- Biomedical engineers and health informatics specialists.
- Policymakers and healthcare administrators.
- Digital health and smart technology startups.
Objective
The primary goal of this book is to present state-of-the-art research and practical applications of smart healthcare technologies. It seeks to:
- Examine the impact of AI, IoT, and big data on healthcare systems.
- Highlight advancements in smart medical devices and digital diagnostics.
- Explore real-world applications of robotics and automation in healthcare.
- Analyze the challenges and ethical considerations in implementing smart healthcare solutions.
- Discuss future trends and innovations shaping the next generation of healthcare technologies.
Recommended Topics
We invite researchers and practitioners to submit original contributions on topics related to smart healthcare technologies, including but not limited to:
AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare
AI-driven diagnostics and predictive analytics
Machine learning applications in personalized medicine
Natural language processing in clinical decision-making
IoT and Connected Healthcare
Smart hospitals and IoT-enabled healthcare systems
Wearable health monitoring devices and real-time data analytics
Remote patient monitoring and telehealth solutions
Big Data and Health Informatics
Data-driven decision-making in healthcare
Electronic health records (EHR) and interoperability
Cybersecurity and data privacy in smart healthcare
Robotics and Automation in Healthcare
AI-powered robotic surgery and rehabilitation
Automation in hospital management and logistics
Assistive robotics for elderly and disabled care
Smart Medical Devices and Digital Health Innovations
Sensor-based healthcare technologies
Digital twins in healthcare
Smart drug delivery systems
Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations
Ethical challenges in AI-driven healthcare
Policy and regulatory frameworks for smart health technologies
Patient data security and consent in smart healthcare
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: March 15, 2025
- Full Chapter Submission Deadline: May 1, 2025