Mobile technology refers to the wireless communication systems that connect cellphones and other portable devices. They enable speech, text, and data (mobile apps) to be shared between the device and its base stations, also known as network towers. Cellular networks are based on uniform hexagonal-shaped regions called cells, with each cell covering a specific geographical area. These networks utilize different radio waves to transmit data, so that each call’s frequency (the number of up-and-down undulations a radio wave makes in a second) is distinct from other calls. The network also uses Time Division Duplex to alternate between downlink and uplink communications in predefined time slots.
Medical practitioners can now access patient records anytime, anywhere using a secure mobile application. This enhances communication among providers and patients, while providing more effective care. For example, a physician in New York can consult with a colleague in London about a complicated case via video conference to increase the level of expertise available to their patients.
Moreover, physicians can use mobile technology to access and process medical research that improves patient outcomes. They can also use mobile applications to track the performance of their patients’ health and fitness levels, enabling them to provide more personalized care.
As a result, patients are more engaged with their healthcare, and physicians are more efficient in their work. This is because they can easily collaborate with colleagues, and because they no longer have to wait for a computer to connect to a website or encyclopedia to get the information they need. They can even automate many of the data entries that consume a physician’s time, freeing up more energy for patient care.
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