What can good leadership do to support the digital revolution in health?

Authors: Kruahong, N., & Lachman, J. M.

Abstract: 

Effective management and coordination are important for the digital revolution in health to increase the effectiveness, equity, accessibility, availability, safety, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness of healthcare delivery. Good governance in supporting the digital revolution is needed at the national level to address significant challenges impeding technology adoption in health, research capacity, and practical approaches to improving healthcare services. The evidence-based framework for managing and coordinating digital innovation in health is inadequate in light of the fast pace of technological improvement and adoption. It is crucial to understand the potential challenges facing leadership in digital revolution, and also the range of stakeholders involve in the national digital health improvement process. This paper will discuss the areas of leadership and management in supporting the digital revolution in health regarding the adaptation of key operational components of health research systems .

Keywords: Leadership, Digital revolution, Leadership and governance, Health system

 

Link: 

 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2211883721001027?via%3Dihub