Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Innovations in Hospital and Medical Services

Patricia Ordonez de Pablos · Miltiadis Lytras

Oct 2026 · Academic Press

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220

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Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Innovations in Hospital and Medical Services explores the digital revolution in healthcare, addressing the challenges and opportunities faced by hospitals, medical faculties, and research institutions. The book highlights the role of advanced information technologies in providing innovative solutions for an ageing population's well-being. It covers critical areas such as hospital management, adapting medical education to digital advancements, and emerging IT tools in healthcare. The book features contributions from leading academics and practitioners worldwide, discussing topics like 5G, AI, big data, blockchain, and digital tools for citizen empowerment, supported by real-world case studies. This resource is invaluable for academics, offering new insights to shape innovative policies in healthcare, education, and information technologies. It fosters dialogue among managers, students, policymakers, and healthcare professionals, contributing to the global advancement of digital healthcare practices. - Gives insight into the latest advancements in 5G, artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain, providing comprehensive insights into their applications in healthcare - Features practical examples and success stories from various regions, illustrating the effective implementation of digital tools and strategies in healthcare settings - Discusses the adaptation of medical education to the digital age and offers guidance for shaping innovative healthcare policies

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About the author

Patricia de Pablos is a Professor of Business Administration at the University of Oviedo in Spain. Her field of research focuses on knowledge management, healthcare sector, innovation, information technologies and technological disruption. She has contributed to numerous academic publications. She has wide editorial experience in journals, books and book series. She serves as Editor in Chief of International Journal of Asian Business and Information and Journal of Science and Technology Policy Management.

Miltiadis D. Lytras is a Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, and Knowledge Management at Effat University (Saudi Arabia) and The American College of Greece. He is an internationally recognized researcher with extensive experience in AI, data science, smart systems, and digital innovation across healthcare, education, government, and business. He has served as Principal Investigator and Senior Researcher in numerous international and national research projects and has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and over 40 books with leading international publishers. His work focuses on responsible and human-centered AI, advanced decision-making systems, and the strategic impact of emerging technologies on organizations and society.

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