Recently I have talked with one doctor from US, he was very interested in blockchain solution. How do you feel is this sphere ready for this sort of innovation?
I would say that medicine sphere is one of the most ready
Why?
The HealthIT analytics website published a study of more than 80 medical institutions and major companies from the equipment and consumable supplies sector. The analysts have found that 17% of them are using the IoT, almost 30% are working on the integration of technologies, while 53% of respondents had no specific policies on integration but are willing to cooperate and introduce this practice in the future. The statistics are clear: medical companies are interested in working with new technologies and are ready to cooperate with blockchain projects to develop new solutions for the industry.
Are there any significant developments in this area?
Bracelets with NFC chips for emergency assistance to wounded soldiers.
Shoes with sensors designed to eliminate foot pain without medical intervention and warn of excessive foot pressure.
A plaster that warns patients about an imminent epileptic seizure.
Drones for speedy transportation of blood and medical supplies.
A robotic surgical system for operations.
How are these developments interconnected with blockchain?
Blockchain has the following advantages for the industry:
●The ability to quickly receive and analyze patient health information transmitted by devices and chips located in transplanted parts of the body.
●Monitoring and management of medical assets.
● Personalized treatment of patients based on information about their biometric parameters.
● Interaction of an individual medical device with the entire health care system.