Patient Care Anytime, Anywhere – Connected Care at MEDICA 2024

Connected care is already a cornerstone of modern healthcare. It not only improves the efficiency, quality, and accessibility of patient care but also enables more precise diagnoses, continuous monitoring, and personalized treatment plans that accelerate recovery and fundamentally change medical practice.

At MEDICA 2024, this exciting topic will be at the forefront with the Hot Topic "Connected Care" – featured in the program of forums and conferences as well as in demonstrations at the exhibitors' stands.

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The networking of medical devices, data analysis, and digital platforms creates a comprehensive ecosystem that opens up new possibilities for both medical professionals and patients. This integration promotes more precise diagnostics, real-time monitoring, and personalized patient care. The resulting benefits range from early detection of health problems to support through artificial intelligence in clinical decision-making.

Applications of Connected Care

1. Wearables

Intelligent wearable devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers continuously monitor vital parameters such as heart rate, blood sugar levels, and sleep patterns. This data is transmitted in real time to medical professionals who can respond quickly to health changes. For example, patients with heart conditions can be constantly monitored with wearable EKG monitors to detect and treat sudden anomalies immediately.

?? Researchers at the Universities of Oldenburg and Bremen are exploring additional functions for hearing aids. With additional sensors in ear-wearables, oxygen saturation, pulse, heart rate variability, and even brain activity can be measured. Discover the potential of these hearables in the interview.

2. Implants

Modern medical implants like pacemakers with Bluetooth technology enable continuous monitoring and adjustment of treatment. These implants can transmit vital data in real-time to medical professionals, allowing for a quicker response to changes in the patient's health condition.

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3. Apps

Health apps assist patients in monitoring their health and managing their medical data. They offer features such as medication reminders, symptom tracking, and direct communication with the healthcare team. Apps can also integrate data from wearables and other devices to provide a comprehensive overview of the patient's health.

?? The VoiceMed app, for example, allows lung function data to be captured and analyzed simply by voice. Find out how it works in the video.

4. Telemedicine

Telemedicine platforms enable virtual doctor visits, remote monitoring, and seamless communication between various healthcare stakeholders. Through video consultations and digital health records, doctors can diagnose, prescribe, and monitor their patients' health without the need for physical visits. These platforms also support care coordination and provide a comprehensive view of the patient's health status. They also offer AI-based analyses to personalize treatment plans and support decision-making.

?? Telemedicine has enabled safe diagnostics during the COVID-19 pandemic and will continue to play a central role in the future. More about telemedicine solutions in the article.

5. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning

AI-based systems analyze large amounts of patient data to identify patterns and trends. These insights help develop personalized treatment plans and support clinical decision-making. One example is systems that analyze imaging data from MRIs or CT scans to detect early signs of diseases like cancer.

?? AI-based chatbots are making their way into patient care. KeyReply offers such a service, covering everything from simple appointment scheduling and initial symptom analysis to monitoring correct medication intake. Watch the full video for more about the AI co-pilot.

MEDICA 2024: Where Healthcare is Going

MEDICA 2024 will be a central meeting point for experts and those interested in connected care. The MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM and MEDICA HEALTH IT FORUM will showcase innovative medical products and solutions that further advance connected care. The special show WT | WEARABLE TECHNOLOGIES SHOW will provide insights into the latest developments in the field of wearables, which significantly contribute to improving patient care.

At MEDICA 2024, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the latest trends and technologies, exchange ideas with professionals, and forge new partnerships. Connected care offers immense potential for the future of healthcare, and MEDICA 2024 will play a key role in realizing this potential.