We assessed how well mobile health apps meet the needs of people with multiple sclerosis (MS). From a systematic review of app stores, we identified 30 apps focused on MS. While many offered patient education and data visualization, critical features like energy management, remote monitoring, and gamification were largely absent. Our findings suggest that current MS mHealth apps fall short...
We developed a Digital Health Design (DHD) framework to address the challenges and opportunities in creating digital health interventions (DHIs). By analyzing semi-structured interviews with 24 design professionals, we identified eight stages grouped into four phases: preparation, problem-thinking, problem-solving, and implementation. Our framework integrates design activities, deliverables, and stakeholder roles while addressing twelve challenges, providing actionable strategies for enhancing patient...
We examined factors influencing patient experiences with digital health interventions (DHIs) and developed a preliminary framework to guide their design. By synthesizing findings from 15 reviews encompassing 543 studies, we identified four key themes: individual context, content, technical issues, and design features. These insights aim to enhance accessibility, usability, and patient-centered care in digital health. (more…)
We systematically reviewed the evaluation of digital patient experiences (digital PEx) in healthcare, focusing on when, what, and how to measure them. Drawing from 45 systematic reviews, we identified key timing considerations, evaluation indicators, and approaches. This study provides a structured guide for researchers, developers, and practitioners to improve digital PEx evaluations, ensuring these tools meet patient needs and healthcare...
We reviewed factors influencing digital patient experiences (digital PEx) in healthcare and proposed design considerations for improving them. The findings from 45 review studies highlight the critical role of technology usability, patient-centered design, and organizational integration. By synthesizing these insights, we developed a framework to guide the design and evaluation of digital health tools, ensuring better alignment with patient needs...
We explored the challenges and opportunities healthcare professionals face when integrating electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePROs) into cancer care. Using a systematic mapping study, we identified key themes, including clinical workflow, organizational support, usability, and data visualization. Our findings emphasize the importance of seamless integration into electronic health records (EHRs), user-friendly features, and effective communication between patients and clinicians.
