The impact of technology on advancements in medicine: A narrative

Rashed Alnemer; Ramzy Ogdy; Ibrahim Alsannat; Ali Alnaseeb; Nasser Alghamdi; Husain Fnees

doi:10.53730/ijhs.v4nS1.15109

The impact of technology on advancements in medicine

A narrative

https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v4nS1.15109

Authors

Rashed Alnemer Medical Technologist, King Abdulaziz Medical City
Ramzy Ogdy Medical Technologist, King Abdulaziz Medical City
Ibrahim Alsannat Health Information Technician, King Abdulaziz Medical City
Ali Alnaseeb Medical Technologist, King Abdulaziz Medical City
Nasser Alghamdi Radiology Technologist, King Abdulaziz Medical City
Husain Fnees Radiology Technician, King Abdulaziz Medical City

Keywords:

impact of technology, advancements in medicine, efficiency of treatments

Abstract

Technological advancement has made a significant positive impact on the field of medicine. It has changed the traditional way of treatment and diagnosis of diseases. The advanced methodologies and methods of treatment using technology prevent the escalation of diseases and improve the efficiency of treatments. The robots used in surgeries precisely perform the operations with micro-level consciousness. The robotic arms are designed according to human arms to facilitate easy movement in the surgical field. Technologies such as nanotechnology, telemedicine, and 3D printing have become useful in the field of medicine. Technology has widely impacted the efficiency of treatments, detecting the diseased organs within a short period of time. Advanced treatments ensure patients with chronic diseases live a longer and healthier life.

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Published

05-03-2020

How to Cite

Alnemer, R., Ogdy, R., Alsannat, I., Alnaseeb, A., Alghamdi, N., & Fnees, H. (2020). The impact of technology on advancements in medicine: A narrative. International Journal of Health Sciences, 4(S1), 154–168. https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v4nS1.15109

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Vol. 4 No. S1 (2020)

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