IoT-Blockchain Applications in Patient Care

The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain technologies has shown promising potential in revolutionizing patient care in healthcare. This paper explores the multifaceted applications of IoT-Blockchain integration in patient care, ranging from remote patient monitoring to medical records management, supply chain optimization, telemedicine, and clinical trials. Through a comprehensive examination of each application, this paper highlights the advantages, challenges, and future directions in leveraging IoT-Blockchain solutions to enhance healthcare delivery. Additionally, the paper addresses security and privacy considerations, regulatory implications, and the importance of interoperability in implementing these innovative technologies. Ultimately, the convergence of IoT and Blockchain presents a transformative opportunity to improve patient outcomes, streamline healthcare processes, and advance medical research while ensuring data integrity and security.

Autorentext
Asha Sohal is an Assistant Professor, CSE, K R Mangalam University, Gurgaon and pursuing Ph.D. (CSE) at DCSA, Kuk, M.Tech(IT) from GGSIPU, Delhi and B.Tech(CSE) from Kurukshetra University. She has 20+ years of teaching experience in reputed universities and published various research papers in the area of cloud and fog computing.