Advancements in technology have impacted every sector, and the healthcare industry is no exception. Software applications for this sector can have several advantages that include but are not limited to facilitating health management and minimizing the risk of medication errors. These technological advancements bring accuracy to health administration and operations, ensuring better patient experiences.

Artificial intelligence (AI) can be defined as the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines or computer systems. These processes include learning reasoning and self-correction.  Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science are the advancements in technology that are increasingly grabbing attention across different industries, genres as well as spectrums. This article discusses the impact that Artificial Intelligence will specifically have on the healthcare industry in 2019.

Healthcare has always been a thriving industry in the United States. Organizations related to healthcare and medical aid are constantly attempting to achieve breakthroughs, introduce new types of services and deliver powerful healthcare solutions. Implementation of DevOps can be a very good step for these initiatives. DevOps is not a tool or practice; it is a concept that sees developers as well as operations teams breaking down silos and working together to innovate faster. 

Going to the doctor is an age-old practice that has been rooted in the understanding that a medical practitioner needs to directly examine a patient to provide a proper diagnosis and prescribe the right treatment.  However, due to rising health care costs, a shortage of physicians and an aging population, there are big challenges that are currently being faced by the healthcare industry.  

Did you know that the United States could see a shortage of up to 120,000 physicians by 2030, impacting patient care across the nation? --Association of American Medical Colleges (April, 2018)

Healthcare is one of the latest industries to acknowledge the relevance of technology in every phase of its operations. Several medical institutions are placing their bids on technological innovation and the prioritization of streamlined processes through digital platforms. It is the same with 2018 and the future of utilizing technology in medicine seems to be bright.

Technology and advancements in medical science have greatly improved the provision of healthcare.  But there still remains a lot of room for innovation in predicting health hazards and prevention of ailments before they happen. As it has been said, "Prevention is better than cure." Addiction to narcotic drugs such as dissociatives and opioids can be extremely fatal and interfere with the ability to heal.

The healthcare industry is booming across every region and the recent spread of diseases has only augmented its growth. However, the requirements as well as the number of ill-persons has increased thanks to globalization and modern-day practices. This has consequently increased the dependence healthcare has on technology. Moreover, the necessity to provide better user experience has made healthcare institutions take a big technological leap.

Increased accessibility to the best treatment along with organized schedules and medical processes highlights the impact of technology on the healthcare sector.  Software applications and database management systems can enable the healthcare industry to be more effective than it has ever been. SGS has the subject matter expertise to develop software solutions for every sector including healthcare. We enable healthcare centers to be more productive and engaged.