Efficient Health Information Management Based on Patient-Generated Digital Data

Abstract

Technology has been a growing part of healthcare for decades. The patient experience is going digital, and consumers are leading the way by accessing EHRs and using digital tools, such as wearables and apps, to manage their health. Patient-generated health data (PGHD) are health-related data created, recorded, or gathered by or from patients (or family members or other caregivers) to help address a health concern. PGHD may have several reported patient engagement and empowerment benefits, but lingering issues may prohibit providers from actually using patients’ data. In this paper we review the main recent PGHD uses, challenges and opportunities.