Strategies for Healthcare Disaster Management in the Context of Technology Innovation: the Case of Bulgaria.

Vazov, R. and Kanazireva, R. and Grynko, T.V. and Krupskyi, O.P. (2024) Strategies for Healthcare Disaster Management in the Context of Technology Innovation: the Case of Bulgaria. Медичні перспективи = Medicni perspektivi (Medical perspectives) (2). pp. 215-228. ISSN 2307-0404 (print), 2786-4804 (online)

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Abstract

In Bulgaria, integrating technology and innovation is crucial for advancing sustainable healthcare disaster management, enhancing disaster response and recovery, and minimizing long-term environmental and social impacts. The purpose of the study is to assess the impact of modern technological innovations on the effectiveness of disaster management in health care in Bulgaria with a focus on Health Information Systems (HIS), Telemedicine, Telehealth, e-Health, Electronic Health Records, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Public Communication Platforms, and Data Security and Privacy. These innovations, when integrated effectively, can significantly strengthen Bulgaria's preparedness and response capabilities, improving efficiency and reducing the environmental footprint of disaster interventions. Collaboration with technology experts, research institutions, and international organizations is essential for successful implementation. The research aims to assess how these technologies can enhance disaster management efficacy, adopting a methodical approach using Systematic Literature Reviews (SLRs). Systematic Literature Reviews (SLRs) utilize precise criteria for research selection and evaluation to reduce bias, systematically compiling and analyzing data from various studies to offer evidence-based insights. They are crucial for uncovering research gaps, indicating areas needing further exploration. Findings highlight the transformative potentialof technology integration in streamlining communication, data management, and operational efficiency. The study underscores the urgent need for an integrated approach and a culture of innovation within the healthcare sector, emphasizing ongoing assessment and adaptation of technology-based strategies. While acknowledging limitations and calling for further research, the study provides valuable insights into Bulgaria's healthcare disaster management strategies and sets the stage for future investigations to refine and expand upon these strategies. It advocates for a strategic framework guiding the efficient integration of technology into disaster management, aiming for resilient and patient-centric healthcare systems.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	DOI: 10.26641/2307-0404.2024.2.307703
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Key words: healthcare disaster management, e-health, telemedicine, strategies for healthcare
Subjects:	Social medicine
Divisions:	University periodicals > Medical perspectives
Depositing User:	Ирина Медведева
Date Deposited:	11 Dec 2024 09:19
Last Modified:	11 Dec 2024 09:19
URI:	http://repo.dma.dp.ua/id/eprint/9224

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