Καινοτομίες και η υιοθέτησή τους στον χώρο των ιατρικών αναλωσίμων
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Ιατρικά αναλώσιμα ; Καινοτομία ; Ιατροτεχνολογικός εξοπλισμόςAbstract
Transformational improvements in population health outcomes have resulted from
health care innovations, which have also contributed to increased spending.
Healthcare organizations at the forefront of these innovations play a critical role in
their adoption, requiring an understanding of the factors influencing diffusion and
potential disengagement.
The purpose of this study is to explore the adoption of innovations in healthcare
organizations by examining their strengths and barriers through qualitative interviews.
The adoption process, barriers, market dynamics and future prospects are clarified
through interviews with healthcare professionals specializing in various medical
fields. The findings support the idea that innovation is the integration of technology
for improved efficiency and improved patient care.
This study sheds light on the channels through which innovation spreads, including
peer-to-peer discussions and collaborative efforts. Adoption is hampered by
bureaucratic hurdles, unfamiliarity with new materials and supply chain difficulties.
While research focuses primarily on internal dynamics, the demand for innovative,
efficient and cost-effective medical consumables indicates a growing market demand
for innovation. Although the patient-centered implications are implicit, the study lays
the groundwork for future patient-centered research. Respondents foresee a future
characterized by continuous technological advancements and stress the importance of
funding and security testing. This research concludes with insights into innovation
adoption that will inform future strategies to improve patient care and healthcare
outcomes.