Long-term care (LTC) transformation

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BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This course will present theoretical concepts of LTC, digital health (DH) tools as telemedicine and how these tools are involved in LTC transformation.

Aims:

  • Understand concepts of LTC
  • Understand currently state of DH
  • Understand key technologies applied in LTC
  • Know how to involve digital tools in LTC
  • Address Data Security, Privacy, and Ethical Considerations
  • Be prepare for understanding future trends in the topic

SUMMARY

Module 1: Introduction to digital health

Fundamentals and state of the art of digital health.

  • Section 1.1: Definition and context of DH 
  • Section 1.2: Key components of DH

Module 2: Introducing Long-Term Care

Fundamentals and state of the art of long-term care.

  • Section 2.1: Understanding LTC
  • Section 2.2: LTC and Digital transformation

Module 3: Telehealth and Remote Monitoring in LTC

Review of telemedicine elements and telemedicine in the context of LTC.

  • Section 3.1: Introduction to Telehealth in LTC
  • Section 3.2: Remote Monitoring Technologies
  • Section 3.3: Integrating Telehealth and Remote Monitoring in LTC

Module 4: Patient Data Collection.

Here we understand the crucial role of the management of data for LTC.

  • Section 4.1: Introduction to Electronic Health Records 
  • Section 4.2: Data Management and Analytics in Long-Term Care

Module 5: Data Privacy and ethical considerations 

This module reviews the elements and protocols related to data security.

  • Section 5.1: Importance of Data Security
  • Section 5.2: Privacy Considerations 
  • Section 5.3: Best Practices for Data Security
  • Section 5.4: Ethical Considerations

Module 6: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Introduction to AI and ML to put in context with Digital health in general

  • Section 6.1: Fundamentals of AI in Digital Health
  • Section 6.2: AI in LTC
  • Section 6.3: Predictive Analytics and Risk Management
  • Section 6.4: AI-Driven Personalized Care Plans
  • Section 6.5: AI Solutions in Long-Term Care

Module 7: Patient Engagement and Digital Communication Tools

Descript the innovation in digital tools for communication between patient and clinicians at the same time that between clinicians.

  • Section 7.1: Patient Portals and Engagement Platforms
  • Section 7.2: Digital Communication Tools
  • Section 7.3: Enhancing Team Collaboration through Digital Tools

Module 8:  Robotics and Automation in Long-Term Care

State of the art of robotics in the context of long-term care.

  • Section 8.1: Robotic Assistants for Daily Activities
  • Section 8.2: Robotics in Rehabilitation and Therapy

Module 9:  Smart Homes and Internet of Things

Description of how Smart homes and the internet of the things are involved in LTC.

  • Section 9.1: Introduction to Smart Homes in Long-Term Care
  • Section 9.2: IoT Applications in Long-Term Care

Conclusion

AUTHOR AND COORDINATOR

Author

Luis Marte

Coordinator

Santi Fort