Nakkas, Haythem and Scott, Philip (2025) A conceptual framework for a successful adoption of digital health systems in developing countries. In: Global Healthcare Transformation in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Informatics. Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 328 . IOS Press, pp. 377-381. ISBN 9781643686004
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Introduction: Digital Health Systems (DHS) have the potential to enhance healthcare in developing countries, but challenges such as political instability, cultural resistance, poor infrastructure, and workforce limitations hinder successful implementation. Methods: A mixed-methods approach, including a systematic literature review, in-depth interviews (n=25), and surveys (n=350), was employed to develop the Network of Influence Framework (NIF). Results: The refined NIF identifies critical success factors such as brain drain, capacity building, evidence-based practices, and organizational memory. It emphasizes the complex interplay of enablers and barriers, where leadership and regulatory frameworks are often hindered by systemic issues, including infrastructure gaps and resistance to change. Conclusions: To successfully implement DHS in developing countries, context-specific solutions addressing both enablers and barriers are necessary. Future research should explore the interdependencies between these factors to develop sustainable, inclusive strategies for to help improving healthcare delivery in developing countries.
| Item Type: | Book Section |
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| Additional Information: | ** From Crossref book chapters via Jisc Publications Router ** History: ppub 26-06-2025; issued 26-06-2025. |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA0421 Public health. Hygiene. Preventive Medicine T Technology > T Technology (General) |
| Divisions: | Institutes and Academies > Institute of Management and Health > Business, Finance and Management |
| SWORD Depositor: | JISC Publications Router |
| Depositing User: | JISC Publications Router |
| Date Deposited: | 18 Jul 2025 13:56 |
| Last Modified: | 18 Jul 2025 13:56 |
| URI: | https://repository.uwtsd.ac.uk/id/eprint/3796 |
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