Concepts for Analysis and Design of Mobile Healthcare Applications

Abstract

Abstract.In complex domains such as healthcare, careful analysis of user requirements is an important aspect of the development process. In recent years, ethnographic study has become a popular tool for building up an understanding of the healthcare domain. However, linking observational data with the design and development process is a challenging problem. A range of conceptual frameworks have been proposed which can aid in transforming these data into concrete requirements. In this paper, we argue that the framework and associated design concepts used will have a strong influence on shaping the outcome of design, and that the development team should consider carefully which are most appropriate to the problem they face. We use a case study based around a patient review process as an illustrative example.

Experiences of Orthopaedic Camp in a Mobile Surgical Unit (Life Line Express) in Central Part of India

“…It is frequently asked whether Mobile Surgical Units (MSU) 5 will still be required with improved medical facilities. Such views stem from ignorance about ground realities in countryside or rural areas.…”