The Importance of Health Informatics and the effect of Technology Development on Health Sector

Background: This study aimed to investigate the importance of health informatics and the effect of technology development on the health sector. Method: A sample of 200 healthcare professionals and patients with experience in health informatics technologies were selected using a convenience sampling technique. Data was collected using a survey questionnaire that included closed-ended questions to gather quantitative data. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize and describe the data, while inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. Results: The majority of the participants (80%) believed that health informatics is either extremely or moderately important in the healthcare sector. Regarding the effect of technology development on the healthcare sector, 85% of the participants believed that it has either significantly or somewhat improved efficiency and quality of care. Conclusion: Based on the results of the survey, it can be concluded that health informatics technologies have the potential to significantly improve the healthcare sector. However, there is still a need for education and training in this area, especially for those who are not familiar with these technologies. The survey also highlights the importance of financial support and a willingness to embrace change in order to fully realize the benefits of health informatics. To address these challenges, it is recommended that healthcare organizations invest in education and training programs to promote the use of health informatics technologies.