Nowadays, the use of Nanorobots has been popular in the field of medicine. This is most prominent due to the possibility of highly-targeted delivery of medical payloads, an outcome that could help to reduce side effects and regulate the need for invasive procedures. But, how these microscopic particles can best navigate the body’s fluids is […]
The purchase and installation of new technology in any environment generates excitement—whether it’s in the office, school, hospital or home. Owning the latest technology is exciting. There is a certain seduction in owning the ‘latest and greatest’ technology. And for decades, the sales departments of manufacturers have played the ‘status’ card in their persuasive sales […]
The end of the 20th century may well be seen as marking the decline of one era in healthcare and the rise of a new era in which excellent commissioning is required to meet the challenges of increasing life expectancy, changing patterns in disease and developments in treatments and technology. Advances in treatment and technology […]
Every year, increasing number of patients from around the globe seek healthcare abroad either for economic reasons or to find better quality treatment and overcome long waiting lists. The picture that emerges is of increasing mobile patients with greater choices of where to receive quality treatment at competitive prices. Worldwide tourism growth According to the […]
It is widely claimed that anaesthesia today is very safe. As a teacher, I often ask trainee anaesthetists two questions: “What is the risk of dying from an anaesthetic today?” and “What risk would be acceptable?” The answer to the second question is really the starting point for thinking about safety in anaesthesia. The answer […]
By the year 2030, it is predicted that more than 360 million individuals will be affected by the complications of Diabetes Mellitus (DM). Type 1 DM, also known as insulin dependent DM, affects approximately 10 per cent of diabetics while type 2 DM, non-insulin dependent DM, is found in the remaining majority of diabetic individuals. […]
Delivering outstanding patient care in the most safe, efficient manner through streamlined processes is the number one priority for Virtua Health. This is a common goal for many healthcare organisations but it is approached in a very different way at Virtua Health. Rich Miller, President and CEO of Virtua Health explains, “we are dedicated to […]
The rise of a global healthcare marketplace is underway. Thanks to a new global citizen, whose work and life transcends borders, the delivery of healthcare worldwide is being transformed. Simultaneously, other economic and social realities are fuelling what will be a major shift from national to global approaches in healthcare delivery. Innovations in medical technology, […]
In the US, all citizens are faced with healthcare costs that are increasing at alarming rates and they show no sign of slowing. Employers dealing with rising costs are promoting preventive care as a way to encourage wellness, and provide opportunities for early detection of disease. Hence, children and adults should get a comprehensive exam […]
It has been seven years since patient safety became recognised as a major international healthcare issue. Eisenberg’s analogy of patient safety having the characteristics of an epidemic of worldwide portions provides a framework of examining patient safety with three stages. Identify the risks and hazards that cause or have the potential to cause healthcare associated injury or […]
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