Pub Date : 2024-05-21DOI: 10.51594/imsrj.v4i5.1157
Samira Abdul, Ehizogie Paul Adeghe, Bisola Oluwafadekemi Adegoke, Adebukola Adejumoke Adegoke, Emem Henry Udedeh
This research delves into the nuanced realm of mental health management within healthcare organizations, addressing challenges and unveiling transformative strategies. The study underscores the critical importance of integrating mental health into broader healthcare policies by examining the multifaceted role of training, education, technology, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Successful training initiatives empower healthcare professionals, reduce stigma, and enhance collaboration, contributing to a mental health-literate workforce. Technology, including telehealth and innovative solutions, acts as a catalyst, overcoming barriers and ushering in a new era of accessibility. Interdisciplinary collaboration fosters holistic care, while the future direction involves comprehensive research, policy integration, and technological innovation. In conclusion, a proactive and inclusive approach is crucial for shaping a healthcare ecosystem where mental health thrives and is central to holistic patient care. Keywords: Mental Health Management, Healthcare Organizations, Training and Education, Policy Integration.
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Pub Date : 2024-05-21DOI: 10.51594/imsrj.v4i5.1158
Samira Abdul, Ehizogie Paul Adeghe, Bisola Oluwafadekemi Adegoke, Adebukola Adejumoke Adegoke, Emem Henry Udedeh
This paper reviews the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing health informatics in rural healthcare settings. It examines the unique barriers rural communities face, such as infrastructure limitations, workforce shortages, and financial constraints, which can impede the adoption and utilization of health informatics solutions. However, it also explores the promising opportunities afforded by health informatics, including telemedicine, electronic health records (EHRs), and mobile health technologies, to overcome these challenges and improve healthcare access, quality, and efficiency in rural areas. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities presented by health informatics, stakeholders can work towards achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for rural populations. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities presented by health informatics, stakeholders can work towards achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for rural populations. Health informatics holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly in rural settings where access to quality care is often limited Health informatics holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly in rural settings where access to quality care is often limited. Health informatics holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly in rural settings where access to quality care is often limited. Telemedicine, for instance, enables remote consultations and diagnostic services, breaking down geographic barriers and providing rural patients with access to specialists and healthcare expertise they may not have locally. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) streamline administrative processes, improve care coordination, and enhance patient safety by ensuring that vital health information is readily accessible to healthcare providers regardless of location. Mobile health technologies, including smartp hone apps and wearable devices, empower rural residents to monitor their health, track chronic conditions, and engage in self-management activities from the comfort of their homes.By embracing these innovations and overcoming infrastructure challenges, stakeholders in rural healthcare can significantly improve healthcare access, quality, and efficiency. Additionally, leveraging health informatics can help address workforce shortages by enabling healthcare providers to deliver more effective and integrated care, even in remote areas. Ultimately, by harnessing the opportunities presented by health informatics while addressing the unique challenges of rural healthcare, stakeholders can work towards achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for rural populations. Keywords: Health Informatics, Rural Healthcare, Electronic Health Records (EHRS), Mobile Health, Challenges.
{"title":"A review of the challenges and opportunities in implementing health informatics in rural healthcare settings","authors":"Samira Abdul, Ehizogie Paul Adeghe, Bisola Oluwafadekemi Adegoke, Adebukola Adejumoke Adegoke, Emem Henry Udedeh","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v4i5.1158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v4i5.1158","url":null,"abstract":"This paper reviews the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing health informatics in rural healthcare settings. It examines the unique barriers rural communities face, such as infrastructure limitations, workforce shortages, and financial constraints, which can impede the adoption and utilization of health informatics solutions. However, it also explores the promising opportunities afforded by health informatics, including telemedicine, electronic health records (EHRs), and mobile health technologies, to overcome these challenges and improve healthcare access, quality, and efficiency in rural areas. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities presented by health informatics, stakeholders can work towards achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for rural populations. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities presented by health informatics, stakeholders can work towards achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for rural populations. Health informatics holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly in rural settings where access to quality care is often limited Health informatics holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly in rural settings where access to quality care is often limited. Health informatics holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly in rural settings where access to quality care is often limited. Telemedicine, for instance, enables remote consultations and diagnostic services, breaking down geographic barriers and providing rural patients with access to specialists and healthcare expertise they may not have locally. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) streamline administrative processes, improve care coordination, and enhance patient safety by ensuring that vital health information is readily accessible to healthcare providers regardless of location. Mobile health technologies, including smartp hone apps and wearable devices, empower rural residents to monitor their health, track chronic conditions, and engage in self-management activities from the comfort of their homes.By embracing these innovations and overcoming infrastructure challenges, stakeholders in rural healthcare can significantly improve healthcare access, quality, and efficiency. Additionally, leveraging health informatics can help address workforce shortages by enabling healthcare providers to deliver more effective and integrated care, even in remote areas. Ultimately, by harnessing the opportunities presented by health informatics while addressing the unique challenges of rural healthcare, stakeholders can work towards achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for rural populations. \u0000Keywords: Health Informatics, Rural Healthcare, Electronic Health Records (EHRS), Mobile Health, Challenges.","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"32 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141117922","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Toritsemogba Tosanbami Omaghomi, Oluwafunmi Adijat Elufioye, Jane Osareme Ogugua, Andrew Ifesinachi Daraojimba, Opeoluwa Akomolafe
This review paper explores the transformative landscape of innovations in hospital management, emphasizing their pivotal role in shaping healthcare's current and future state. The significance of innovations, spanning technology integration, human resource strategies, and patient care advancements, is examined. Challenges such as resistance to change and financial constraints are addressed, with proposed solutions highlighting the importance of change management and strategic financial planning. The paper identifies future research and innovation areas, including artificial intelligence integration and blockchain technology. Emerging trends, such as the Internet of Things and telehealth expansion, underscore the dynamic trajectory of hospital management. The review concludes by advocating for a collaborative and innovative approach, positioning hospitals to navigate challenges and usher in a future characterized by enhanced patient care, operational efficiency, and technological advancement. Keywords: Hospital Management, Innovations, Healthcare, Technology Integration, Patient-Centric Care
{"title":"INNOVATIONS IN HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT: A REVIEW","authors":"Toritsemogba Tosanbami Omaghomi, Oluwafunmi Adijat Elufioye, Jane Osareme Ogugua, Andrew Ifesinachi Daraojimba, Opeoluwa Akomolafe","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v4i2.820","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v4i2.820","url":null,"abstract":"This review paper explores the transformative landscape of innovations in hospital management, emphasizing their pivotal role in shaping healthcare's current and future state. The significance of innovations, spanning technology integration, human resource strategies, and patient care advancements, is examined. Challenges such as resistance to change and financial constraints are addressed, with proposed solutions highlighting the importance of change management and strategic financial planning. The paper identifies future research and innovation areas, including artificial intelligence integration and blockchain technology. Emerging trends, such as the Internet of Things and telehealth expansion, underscore the dynamic trajectory of hospital management. The review concludes by advocating for a collaborative and innovative approach, positioning hospitals to navigate challenges and usher in a future characterized by enhanced patient care, operational efficiency, and technological advancement. \u0000Keywords: Hospital Management, Innovations, Healthcare, Technology Integration, Patient-Centric Care","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"10 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140437463","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
This comprehensive review explores the profound impact of big data analytics on healthcare, focusing on its potential to revolutionize personalized medicine. Big data analytics, driven by technological innovations such as genomic sequencing, artificial intelligence, and wearable devices, offers transformative opportunities for precision diagnostics, treatment customization, and predictive healthcare. Despite the promises, challenges persist, including data privacy concerns, ethical considerations, and technical complexities. Overcoming these hurdles necessitates robust cybersecurity measures, bias mitigation strategies, enhanced data quality, and infrastructure and workforce development investments. Moreover, with updated regulations and ethical guidelines, healthcare policy and practice must adapt to accommodate the evolving digital landscape. Collaboration across disciplines and ongoing research and innovation are essential to fully harness the benefits of big data analytics, leading to improved patient care and healthcare system efficiency. Keywords: Big Data Analytics, Personalized Medicine, Healthcare Innovation, Data Privacy, Ethical Considerations, Precision Diagno. stics
{"title":"BIG DATA ANALYTICS IN HEALTHCARE: A REVIEW OF RECENT ADVANCES AND POTENTIAL FOR PERSONALIZED MEDICINE","authors":"Amaka Obijuru, Jeremiah Olawumi Arowoogun, Chinyere Onwumere, Ifeoma Pamela Odilibe, Evangel Chinyere Anyanwu, Andrew Ifesinachi Daraojimba","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v4i2.810","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v4i2.810","url":null,"abstract":"This comprehensive review explores the profound impact of big data analytics on healthcare, focusing on its potential to revolutionize personalized medicine. Big data analytics, driven by technological innovations such as genomic sequencing, artificial intelligence, and wearable devices, offers transformative opportunities for precision diagnostics, treatment customization, and predictive healthcare. Despite the promises, challenges persist, including data privacy concerns, ethical considerations, and technical complexities. Overcoming these hurdles necessitates robust cybersecurity measures, bias mitigation strategies, enhanced data quality, and infrastructure and workforce development investments. Moreover, with updated regulations and ethical guidelines, healthcare policy and practice must adapt to accommodate the evolving digital landscape. Collaboration across disciplines and ongoing research and innovation are essential to fully harness the benefits of big data analytics, leading to improved patient care and healthcare system efficiency. \u0000Keywords: Big Data Analytics, Personalized Medicine, Healthcare Innovation, Data Privacy, Ethical Considerations, Precision Diagno. stics","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"36 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140452743","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
This research paper delves into the critical nexus of IT project management and healthcare digitalization, exploring current practices, challenges, and future trends. The paper begins by examining the landscape of healthcare digitalization, emphasizing the pivotal role of IT project management in orchestrating technological transformations. Comprehensive insights into key concepts, models, and success metrics are provided through an extensive literature review. Challenges such as interoperability, resistance to change, and data security are scrutinized alongside strategic solutions. The paper also outlines best practices, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration, agile methodologies, and continuous evaluation. Future trends, including AI integration and blockchain, are discussed, offering a forward-looking perspective. In conclusion, the research illuminates the essential dynamics of IT project management in healthcare, providing a roadmap for effective digitalization in the evolving healthcare landscape. Keywords: Healthcare Digitalization, IT Project Management, Stakeholder Collaboration, Interoperability.
本研究论文深入探讨了 IT 项目管理与医疗保健数字化之间的重要联系,探讨了当前的实践、挑战和未来趋势。论文首先考察了医疗保健数字化的现状,强调了 IT 项目管理在协调技术转型中的关键作用。通过广泛的文献综述,对关键概念、模式和成功指标进行了全面深入的分析。在探讨战略性解决方案的同时,还对互操作性、变革阻力和数据安全等挑战进行了仔细研究。论文还概述了最佳实践,强调了利益相关者合作、敏捷方法和持续评估。论文还讨论了未来趋势,包括人工智能集成和区块链,提供了前瞻性视角。总之,研究阐明了医疗保健领域 IT 项目管理的基本动态,为在不断发展的医疗保健领域实现有效的数字化提供了路线图。关键词 医疗保健数字化、IT 项目管理、利益相关者合作、互操作性。
{"title":"EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN HEALTHCARE DIGITALIZATION: A REVIEW","authors":"Odunayo Josephine Akindote, Abimbola Oluwatoyin Adegbite, Adedolapo Omotosho, Anthony Anyanwu, Chinedu Paschal Maduka","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v4i1.698","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v4i1.698","url":null,"abstract":"This research paper delves into the critical nexus of IT project management and healthcare digitalization, exploring current practices, challenges, and future trends. The paper begins by examining the landscape of healthcare digitalization, emphasizing the pivotal role of IT project management in orchestrating technological transformations. Comprehensive insights into key concepts, models, and success metrics are provided through an extensive literature review. Challenges such as interoperability, resistance to change, and data security are scrutinized alongside strategic solutions. The paper also outlines best practices, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration, agile methodologies, and continuous evaluation. Future trends, including AI integration and blockchain, are discussed, offering a forward-looking perspective. In conclusion, the research illuminates the essential dynamics of IT project management in healthcare, providing a roadmap for effective digitalization in the evolving healthcare landscape. \u0000Keywords: Healthcare Digitalization, IT Project Management, Stakeholder Collaboration, Interoperability.","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"60 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139447658","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
This paper explores the transformative role of pharmacists in integrating pharmacogenomics into clinical practice. Pharmacogenomics, the study of genetic influences on drug response, presents an unprecedented opportunity to personalise medication management. The pharmacist's role has evolved from medication dispensing to becoming crucial in interpreting and applying genomic data for optimised therapeutic outcomes. We delve into the foundations of pharmacogenomics, historical milestones, and its applications in clinical practice. The pharmacist's responsibilities include interpreting genetic data, collaborating with healthcare providers, counselling patients, and integrating pharmacogenomics into Medication Therapy Management. Challenges, such as ethical considerations and legal frameworks, are navigated to ensure responsible genomic practice. Education emerges as a cornerstone, with recommendations to enhance genomic literacy through comprehensive educational programs. Ethical considerations highlight the importance of informed consent, privacy safeguards, and equitable access to pharmacogenomic information. The future of pharmacogenomics in pharmacy practice relies on interdisciplinary collaboration, continuous education, and ethical adherence, positioning pharmacists as integral contributors to the personalised medicine landscape. Keywords: Pharmacogenomics, Personalised Medicine, Pharmacy Practice, Genomic Literacy, Interdisciplinary Collaboration.
{"title":"THE ROLE OF PHARMACISTS IN PERSONALISED MEDICINE: A REVIEW OF INTEGRATING PHARMACOGENOMICS INTO CLINICAL PRACTICE","authors":"Obe Destiny Balogun, Oluwatoyin Ayo-Farai, Oluwatosin Ogundairo, Chinedu Paschal Maduka, Chiamaka Chinaemelum Okongwu, Abdulraheem Olaide Babarinde, Olamide Tolulope Sodamade","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v4i1.697","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v4i1.697","url":null,"abstract":"This paper explores the transformative role of pharmacists in integrating pharmacogenomics into clinical practice. Pharmacogenomics, the study of genetic influences on drug response, presents an unprecedented opportunity to personalise medication management. The pharmacist's role has evolved from medication dispensing to becoming crucial in interpreting and applying genomic data for optimised therapeutic outcomes. We delve into the foundations of pharmacogenomics, historical milestones, and its applications in clinical practice. The pharmacist's responsibilities include interpreting genetic data, collaborating with healthcare providers, counselling patients, and integrating pharmacogenomics into Medication Therapy Management. Challenges, such as ethical considerations and legal frameworks, are navigated to ensure responsible genomic practice. Education emerges as a cornerstone, with recommendations to enhance genomic literacy through comprehensive educational programs. Ethical considerations highlight the importance of informed consent, privacy safeguards, and equitable access to pharmacogenomic information. The future of pharmacogenomics in pharmacy practice relies on interdisciplinary collaboration, continuous education, and ethical adherence, positioning pharmacists as integral contributors to the personalised medicine landscape. \u0000Keywords: Pharmacogenomics, Personalised Medicine, Pharmacy Practice, Genomic Literacy, Interdisciplinary Collaboration.","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"27 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139447606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Osato Itohan Oriekhoe, Bankole Ibrahim Ashiwaju, Kelechi Chidiebere Ihemereze, Uneku Ikwue, Chioma Ann Udeh
This comprehensive review explores innovative supply chain models within the U.S. pharmaceutical industry and examines their implications and adaptability for healthcare systems in Africa. The U.S. pharmaceutical sector is characterized by intricate logistics, stringent regulatory frameworks, and a dynamic market landscape. Through a detailed examination of pioneering supply chain models, this review aims to identify best practices, challenges, and opportunities that may inform strategies for enhancing pharmaceutical supply chains in African healthcare systems. Key considerations include the integration of advanced technologies, regulatory compliance, and collaborative partnerships within the pharmaceutical supply chain. The implications of these innovative models for African healthcare systems are assessed in the context of the unique challenges faced by the continent, such as limited infrastructure, diverse regulatory environments, and varying socio-economic conditions. The review underscores the potential for knowledge transfer and adaptation of successful U.S. supply chain models to bolster the efficiency, accessibility, and affordability of pharmaceuticals in Africa. Moreover, it emphasizes the importance of tailoring strategies to the specific needs of each region, considering factors such as local infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and the socio-economic landscape. By synthesizing insights from the U.S. pharmaceutical industry and evaluating their applicability to African healthcare systems, this review contributes to the ongoing discourse on strengthening global health supply chains. It provides a foundation for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and industry stakeholders to develop contextually relevant strategies that enhance pharmaceutical accessibility, affordability, and overall healthcare outcomes across the African continent. Keywords: Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, USA, Innovation.
{"title":"REVIEW OF INNOVATIVE SUPPLY CHAIN MODELS IN THE U.S. PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: IMPLICATIONS AND ADAPTABILITY FOR AFRICAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS","authors":"Osato Itohan Oriekhoe, Bankole Ibrahim Ashiwaju, Kelechi Chidiebere Ihemereze, Uneku Ikwue, Chioma Ann Udeh","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v4i1.696","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v4i1.696","url":null,"abstract":"This comprehensive review explores innovative supply chain models within the U.S. pharmaceutical industry and examines their implications and adaptability for healthcare systems in Africa. The U.S. pharmaceutical sector is characterized by intricate logistics, stringent regulatory frameworks, and a dynamic market landscape. Through a detailed examination of pioneering supply chain models, this review aims to identify best practices, challenges, and opportunities that may inform strategies for enhancing pharmaceutical supply chains in African healthcare systems. Key considerations include the integration of advanced technologies, regulatory compliance, and collaborative partnerships within the pharmaceutical supply chain. The implications of these innovative models for African healthcare systems are assessed in the context of the unique challenges faced by the continent, such as limited infrastructure, diverse regulatory environments, and varying socio-economic conditions. The review underscores the potential for knowledge transfer and adaptation of successful U.S. supply chain models to bolster the efficiency, accessibility, and affordability of pharmaceuticals in Africa. Moreover, it emphasizes the importance of tailoring strategies to the specific needs of each region, considering factors such as local infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and the socio-economic landscape. By synthesizing insights from the U.S. pharmaceutical industry and evaluating their applicability to African healthcare systems, this review contributes to the ongoing discourse on strengthening global health supply chains. It provides a foundation for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and industry stakeholders to develop contextually relevant strategies that enhance pharmaceutical accessibility, affordability, and overall healthcare outcomes across the African continent. \u0000Keywords: Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, USA, Innovation.","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"62 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139449767","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
This study delves into the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the field of health informatics and its transformative effect on public health outcomes in Africa. It will cover how AI-driven solutions are being implemented to overcome challenges in disease surveillance, healthcare delivery, and public health policy. The paper aims to provide an in-depth analysis of current innovations, the effectiveness of these technological interventions, and their broader implications for health policy and management across the African continent. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into health informatics holds transformative potential for enhancing public health in Africa. This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted applications, challenges, and opportunities associated with the convergence of AI and health informatics on the African continent. The review encompasses various domains, including disease surveillance, diagnostics, treatment optimization, and public health management. Key themes addressed in the review include the adoption of AI-driven technologies in healthcare, the impact on disease detection and monitoring, and the potential for improving healthcare accessibility in resource-constrained settings. Moreover, the ethical considerations, regulatory challenges, and disparities in technology adoption across diverse African regions are examined, providing insights into the complexities of implementing AI in the African public health landscape. Through an in-depth analysis of current initiatives, case studies, and emerging trends, this review aims to contribute a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating AI into health informatics for the advancement of public health in Africa. Ultimately, this exploration seeks to inform policymakers, healthcare professionals, and researchers on the critical role AI can play in addressing public health challenges on the continent and fostering sustainable healthcare solutions. Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Health Management, Africa, Review, Disease Surveillance.
{"title":"INTEGRATING AI INTO HEALTH INFORMATICS FOR ENHANCED PUBLIC HEALTH IN AFRICA: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW","authors":"Obe Destiny Balogun, Oluwatoyin Ayo-Farai, Oluwatosin Ogundairo, Chinedu Paschal Maduka, Chiamaka Chinaemelum Okongwu, Abdulraheem Olaide Babarinde, Olamide Tolulope Sodamade","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v3i3.643","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v3i3.643","url":null,"abstract":"This study delves into the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the field of health informatics and its transformative effect on public health outcomes in Africa. It will cover how AI-driven solutions are being implemented to overcome challenges in disease surveillance, healthcare delivery, and public health policy. The paper aims to provide an in-depth analysis of current innovations, the effectiveness of these technological interventions, and their broader implications for health policy and management across the African continent. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into health informatics holds transformative potential for enhancing public health in Africa. This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted applications, challenges, and opportunities associated with the convergence of AI and health informatics on the African continent. The review encompasses various domains, including disease surveillance, diagnostics, treatment optimization, and public health management. Key themes addressed in the review include the adoption of AI-driven technologies in healthcare, the impact on disease detection and monitoring, and the potential for improving healthcare accessibility in resource-constrained settings. Moreover, the ethical considerations, regulatory challenges, and disparities in technology adoption across diverse African regions are examined, providing insights into the complexities of implementing AI in the African public health landscape. Through an in-depth analysis of current initiatives, case studies, and emerging trends, this review aims to contribute a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating AI into health informatics for the advancement of public health in Africa. Ultimately, this exploration seeks to inform policymakers, healthcare professionals, and researchers on the critical role AI can play in addressing public health challenges on the continent and fostering sustainable healthcare solutions. \u0000Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Health Management, Africa, Review, Disease Surveillance.","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"13 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139004892","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mass spectrometry has emerged as a powerful analytical tool in various scientific disciplines, and Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Mass Spectrometry (MALDI-MS) has gained significant prominence, particularly in the field of clinical research. This review provides a comprehensive overview of MALDI-MS, its principles, and its applications in clinical research settings. This study delves into the technical aspects of MALDI-MS, discussing key components such as the matrix, sample preparation methods, and mass analyzers. It highlights recent advancements and innovations in MALDI-MS technology, showcasing its evolution and adaptation to meet the increasing demands of clinical applications. MALDI-MS involves the use of laser energy to desorb and ionize molecules from a solid-phase matrix, enabling the analysis of a wide range of biomolecules, including proteins, peptides, lipids, and metabolites. The technique's ability to analyze complex biological samples with high sensitivity and specificity has made it invaluable in clinical research. In the realm of clinical research, MALDI-MS has found applications in disease diagnosis, biomarker discovery, and therapeutic monitoring. The review explores specific examples of MALDI-MS applications in various clinical areas, including oncology, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders. Case studies and experimental findings are presented to underscore the practical utility of MALDI-MS in these contexts. Moreover, the review discusses the challenges and limitations associated with MALDI-MS in clinical research, such as standardization of protocols, reproducibility, and sample heterogeneity. Strategies to overcome these challenges are addressed, emphasizing ongoing efforts to enhance the reliability and robustness of MALDI-MS-based analyses in clinical settings. MALDI-MS has proven to be a transformative technology in clinical research, offering unique insights into the molecular landscape of diseases and paving the way for personalized medicine. As MALDI-MS continues to evolve, its integration into routine clinical workflows holds the potential to revolutionize diagnostics and improve patient outcomes. This review serves as a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of MALDI-MS and its myriad applications in the field of clinical research. Keywords: MALDI-MS, Clinical Research, Review, Ionization Mass Spectrometry.
{"title":"REVIEW ON MALDI MASS SPECTROMETRY AND ITS APPLICATION IN CLINICAL RESEARCH","authors":"Oluwatosin Ogundairo, Oluwatoyin Ayo-Farai, Chinedu Paschal Maduka, Chiamaka Chinaemelum Okongwu, Abdulraheem Olaide Babarinde, Olamide Tolulope Sodamade","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v3i3.642","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v3i3.642","url":null,"abstract":"Mass spectrometry has emerged as a powerful analytical tool in various scientific disciplines, and Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Mass Spectrometry (MALDI-MS) has gained significant prominence, particularly in the field of clinical research. This review provides a comprehensive overview of MALDI-MS, its principles, and its applications in clinical research settings. This study delves into the technical aspects of MALDI-MS, discussing key components such as the matrix, sample preparation methods, and mass analyzers. It highlights recent advancements and innovations in MALDI-MS technology, showcasing its evolution and adaptation to meet the increasing demands of clinical applications. MALDI-MS involves the use of laser energy to desorb and ionize molecules from a solid-phase matrix, enabling the analysis of a wide range of biomolecules, including proteins, peptides, lipids, and metabolites. The technique's ability to analyze complex biological samples with high sensitivity and specificity has made it invaluable in clinical research. In the realm of clinical research, MALDI-MS has found applications in disease diagnosis, biomarker discovery, and therapeutic monitoring. The review explores specific examples of MALDI-MS applications in various clinical areas, including oncology, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders. Case studies and experimental findings are presented to underscore the practical utility of MALDI-MS in these contexts. Moreover, the review discusses the challenges and limitations associated with MALDI-MS in clinical research, such as standardization of protocols, reproducibility, and sample heterogeneity. Strategies to overcome these challenges are addressed, emphasizing ongoing efforts to enhance the reliability and robustness of MALDI-MS-based analyses in clinical settings. MALDI-MS has proven to be a transformative technology in clinical research, offering unique insights into the molecular landscape of diseases and paving the way for personalized medicine. As MALDI-MS continues to evolve, its integration into routine clinical workflows holds the potential to revolutionize diagnostics and improve patient outcomes. This review serves as a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of MALDI-MS and its myriad applications in the field of clinical research. \u0000Keywords: MALDI-MS, Clinical Research, Review, Ionization Mass Spectrometry.","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"39 19","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139007404","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into healthcare systems has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing patient care, diagnostics, and treatment strategies. This comprehensive review delves into the application of AI in healthcare, drawing comparative insights from the healthcare landscapes of the United States and Africa. The study navigates through the distinct approaches, challenges, and advancements in AI adoption, emphasizing the unique considerations each region faces. The analysis explores AI applications in medical imaging, disease diagnosis, patient management, and healthcare accessibility, shedding light on the disparities and opportunities for collaborative advancements. By juxtaposing the experiences of these two regions, the study aims to contribute valuable insights for the global integration of AI in healthcare, promoting inclusive, efficient, and equitable healthcare solution. Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Africa, USA, Treatment Strategy
{"title":"REVIEW OF AI APPLICATIONS IN HEALTHCARE: COMPARATIVE INSIGHTS FROM THE USA AND AFRICA","authors":"Abdulraheem Olaide Babarinde, Oluwatoyin Ayo-Farai, Chinedu Paschal Maduka, Chiamaka Chinaemelum Okongwu, Oluwatosin Ogundairo, Olamide Sodamade","doi":"10.51594/imsrj.v3i3.641","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51594/imsrj.v3i3.641","url":null,"abstract":"The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into healthcare systems has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing patient care, diagnostics, and treatment strategies. This comprehensive review delves into the application of AI in healthcare, drawing comparative insights from the healthcare landscapes of the United States and Africa. The study navigates through the distinct approaches, challenges, and advancements in AI adoption, emphasizing the unique considerations each region faces. The analysis explores AI applications in medical imaging, disease diagnosis, patient management, and healthcare accessibility, shedding light on the disparities and opportunities for collaborative advancements. By juxtaposing the experiences of these two regions, the study aims to contribute valuable insights for the global integration of AI in healthcare, promoting inclusive, efficient, and equitable healthcare solution. \u0000Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Africa, USA, Treatment Strategy","PeriodicalId":492435,"journal":{"name":"International medical science research journal","volume":"14 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139006827","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}