Towards future healthcare that is digital by default

Abstract

The digital transformation of healthcare is well underway and will fundamentally change healthcare delivery over the next decade.1 It is envisioned that this will bridge the gap between an increasing demand for healthcare and the restricted resources to fund it. There have been a number of innovations arising from the COVID-19 crisis.2 These digital pioneers value people and behaviours hand-in-hand with the advances in technology.3,4 Further, the recent achievement of HIMSS level 7 in the NHS shows promise and illustrates digital maturity in pockets of excellence. …