Participation in the Digital Transformation of Healthcare: a Review of Qualitative Studies

Overview

Journal Int J Health Care Qual Assur

Date 2024 Nov 14

PMID 39541252

Authors

Lisabet Wieslander

Ingela Backstrom

Marie Haggstrom

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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this review is to identify how health professionals perceive participation in implementation of new technology in healthcare organizations.

Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative systematic review based on the PRISMA diagram, was conducted using qualitative synthesis. NVivo software was used for thematic analysis. The searches were performed in PubMed, CINAHL and Scopus.

Findings: A total of 15 articles were included in the review, four themes describing how participation of health professionals in digital transformation affects the outcomes were identified, and three themes describing the factors that are necessary to promote participation. The underlying latent theme of an unmet desire to participate in the digital transformation was also identified in the analysis.

Originality/value: The digital transformation of healthcare is complex and faces many obstacles if not managed correctly. Professional participation in the implementation seems to be essential for success. Focus on increased resources and planning during early stages, as well as teamwork and ethical reflection is important addressing the challenges that professionals face in digital transformation of healthcare.

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