spotlight no. 5, 2018 - #SmartHealthSystems Digitalization requires an effective strategy, compelling political leadership and a coordinating institution with a national mandate

Kostera, Thomas and Thranberend, Timo (2018) spotlight no. 5, 2018 - #SmartHealthSystems Digitalization requires an effective strategy, compelling political leadership and a coordinating institution with a national mandate. UNSPECIFIED.

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Abstract

In terms of digitalizing its healthcare sector, Germany trails far behind several other countries as the potential for quality and efficiency in German healthcare remains untapped ●● Countries that are succeeding in digitalizing their healthcare systems feature an effective strategy, political leadership and a coordinating institution with a national mandate ●● Taking pragmatic steps that are driven by the expected benefits for patients and the healthcare stem alike is key to shaping digital transformation positively ●● Promoting acceptance through strategies such as co-design measures is essential to success ●● German health politics must take on a stronger pro-active role and strengthen its leadership in this area

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