DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN HEALTHCARE EDUCATION: PREPARING MEDICAL MANAGERS FOR THE FUTURE
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https://doi.org/10.28925/2414-0325.2024.177Keywords:
digital tools, medical management training, healthcare education, digital transformation, e-learning, leadershipAbstract
The article addresses the integration of digital tools in the training of medical managers,
emphasizing the need for such competencies in light of the digital transformation in healthcare. It begins by highlighting the importance of digital skills for medical managers, especially with the rise of technologies like electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine, and artificial intelligence. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital solutions, making it crucial for educational institutions to adapt their training programs to better prepare future healthcare leaders.
Literature Analysis in the article reviews various studies on digital tool integration in medical education, noting that while digital technologies enhance accessibility, flexibility, and learning outcomes, challenges such as technological limitations and digital literacy gaps persist. It emphasizes the need for strategic planning, faculty development, and addressing digital inequalities to fully leverage these technologies. The purpose of the study is to analyze existing theoretical frameworks and practical experiences to develop strategies for effective digital tool integration in medical management education. The study outlines its research methods, which include a systematic review of academic literature and case studies from institutions known for innovative approaches in digital health education. In the theoretical framework, the article discusses key theories, such as Transformational Leadership, Socio-Technical Systems, and Complexity Theory, which provide insights into structuring training for healthcare managers. It underscores the importance of grounding curricula in these frameworks to develop competencies in leadership, digital literacy, and interprofessional collaboration. The article's basic theoretical provisions suggest practical recommendations, including the incorporation of digital health courses, hands-on training, certification programs, and faculty development. It highlights the role of blended learning, interprofessional education, and strategic partnerships to enhance the training of medical managers. In the discussion, the article acknowledges the benefits and challenges of digital integration. It advocates for continuous evaluation, faculty engagement, and the inclusion of change management training to ensure medical managers can lead digital transformation initiatives effectively. Addressing issues like the digital divide and ethical concerns are also highlighted as essential for equitable and responsible integration of digital tools. The conclusion reinforces the need for integrating digital competencies into medical management training programs, emphasizing that such integration is not just necessary but offers opportunities to advance healthcare systems. It calls for comprehensive educational strategies that prepare medical managers to navigate and lead in a digitally driven healthcare environment.
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