These are digital repositories of a patient's medical history and health information. They store comprehensive data, including diagnoses, treatments, medications, lab results, and more, to improve healthcare quality, coordination, and efficiency. EHRs enable secure sharing of patient information among authorized healthcare providers and institutions, enhancing patient care and reducing errors.
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Leveraging Cloud Computing for Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges
Palka Mittal (Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, India),
Nahid Ansari (Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, India),
Abhishek Dadhich (Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, India), and
Puneeta Ajmera (Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, India)
Copyright: © 2024
|Pages: 26
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2639-8.ch013
Abstract
The intersection of cloud computing and healthcare offers great potential to transform medical data storage, access, and sharing. Cloud technology enables easier access to patient records, test results, and treatment histories, promoting informed and collaborative care across healthcare facilities. It also streamlines services like prescription management and radiological imaging, reducing costs by eliminating the need for extensive on-premises infrastructure. However, this promising frontier comes with challenges, including data security and privacy concerns. Healthcare providers must ensure strong encryption, access controls, and compliance with regulations like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Managing data interoperability across different cloud platforms while maintaining stringent security protocols is crucial. In summary, cloud computing in healthcare can improve patient care, collaboration, and cost-efficiency, but addressing data security and management challenges is essential for realizing these benefits.