If you’ve been hearing the buzz about medical digital twins—virtual models of patients that use real-time data to simulate health scenarios—this is a great time to dive in. Digital twins are an emerging area that may influence the way we design care, make clinical decisions, and personalise treatment into the future.
A new Lancet Digital Health policy article explores what these twins could mean for the future of precision medicine, outlining both the promise and the practical challenges ahead.
For CHIAs, this is a fascinating area to watch—and a perfect opportunity to see how informatics skills in data integration, analytics, and governance can shape the next generation of digital health innovation.
Read the article here: The Lancet Digital Health
A key insight for CHIAs: Digital health in aged care through the eyes of clinicians
If you’re curious about how digital health tools are really landing in aged-care settings, this article offers a timely glimpse. It captures the lived experiences of health professionals implementing digital technologies in aged-care services in Australia. What are their experiences, what hurdles emerge, and what works.
Key takeaways for CHIAs:
- Success depends on user-friendly design and workflow alignment—tools that fit seamlessly into care routines are far more likely to be adopted.
- Training and support are crucial for confidence and sustained use; technology alone isn’t enough.
- Strong leadership and communication foster a culture where digital health becomes part of everyday care rather than an added burden.
It’s a smart read for understanding what “digital transformation” really looks like on the ground – and how informatics professionals can enable meaningful, lasting change in aged care.
Read the article on ScienceDirect
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