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Putzier M, Khakzad T, Dreischarf M, Thun S, Trautwein F, Taheri N. Implementation of cloud computing in the German healthcare system. NPJ Digit Med 2024; 7:12. [PMID: 38218892 PMCID: PMC10787755 DOI: 10.1038/s41746-024-01000-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/15/2024] Open
Abstract
With the advent of artificial intelligence and Big Data - projects, the necessity for a transition from analog medicine to modern-day solutions such as cloud computing becomes unavoidable. Even though this need is now common knowledge, the process is not always easy to start. Legislative changes, for example at the level of the European Union, are helping the respective healthcare systems to take the necessary steps. This article provides an overview of how a German university hospital is dealing with European data protection laws on the integration of cloud computing into everyday clinical practice. By describing our model approach, we aim to identify opportunities and possible pitfalls to sustainably influence digitization in Germany.
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Affiliation(s)
- M Putzier
- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- RAYLYTIC GmBH, Petersstraße 32 - 34, 04109, Leipzig, Germany
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- Core Facility Digital Medicine and Interoperability, Berlin Institute of Health at Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- RAYLYTIC GmBH, Petersstraße 32 - 34, 04109, Leipzig, Germany
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- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
- Berlin Institute of Health, Julius Wolff Institute for Biomechanics and Musculoskeletal Regeneration, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Augustenburger Pl. 1, 13353, Berlin, Germany.
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Shams M, Choudhari J, Reyes K, Prentzas S, Gapizov A, Shehryar A, Affaf M, Grezenko H, Gasim RW, Mohsin SN, Rehman A, Rehman S. The Quantum-Medical Nexus: Understanding the Impact of Quantum Technologies on Healthcare. Cureus 2023; 15:e48077. [PMID: 38046499 PMCID: PMC10689891 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.48077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023] Open
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In a world characterized by rapid technological evolution, the integration of quantum technologies into the realm of healthcare has emerged as a transformative force. This narrative review explores the journey of quantum innovations in medicine, delving into the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics that underpin quantum computing, sensing, and communication. From the birth of quantum theory to the advent of practical quantum applications, we journey through historical milestones that have paved the way for a quantum-powered future in healthcare. The narrative unfolds to reveal the profound implications of quantum technologies in healthcare, ranging from accelerated drug discovery and genomic analysis to secure data transmission and telemedicine. Real-world case studies illuminate successful applications, while the review addresses the ethical, societal, and regulatory considerations that accompany this quantum revolution. As we peer into the future, we contemplate the challenges that lie ahead and offer recommendations for researchers and policymakers to forge a harmonious and equitable synergy between quantum and medicine. In a world where innovation outpaces the tick of the clock, this narrative review serves as a timely guide for those poised to shape the quantum healthcare landscape, where precision and compassion converge and the possibilities are limitless.
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- Family Medicine, Division of Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, Miami, USA
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- Internal Medicine, American University of Antigua, Osbourn, ATG
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- Internal Medicine, Women's Medical and Dental College, Abbottabad, PAK
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- Translational Neuroscience, Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, USA
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- Internal Medicine, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, SDN
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- Orthopeadics, St. James Hospital, Dublin, IRL
- General Surgery, Cavan General Hospital, Cavan, IRL
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- Internal Medicine, Al Assad University Hospital, Damascus, SYR
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Almalki J. State-of-the-Art Research in Blockchain of Things for HealthCare. ARABIAN JOURNAL FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 2023; 49:1-29. [PMID: 37361466 PMCID: PMC10214365 DOI: 10.1007/s13369-023-07896-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Existing blockchain approaches exhibit a diverse set of dimensions, and on the other hand, IoT-based health care applications manifest a wide variety of requirements. The state-of-the-art analysis of blockchain concerning existing IoT-based approaches for the healthcare domain has been investigated to a limited extend. The purpose of this survey paper is to analyze current state-of-the-art blockchain work in several IoT disciplines, with a focus on the health sector. This study also attempts to demonstrate the prospective use of blockchain in healthcare, as well as the obstacles and future paths of blockchain development. Furthermore, the fundamentals of blockchain have been thoroughly explained to appeal to a diverse audience. On the contrary, we analyzed state-of-the-art studies from several IoT disciplines for eHealth, and also the study deficit but also the obstacles when considering blockchain to IoT, which are highlighted and explored in the paper with suggested alternatives.
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- Jameel Almalki
- Department of Computer Science, College of Computer in Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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