Internet of Medical Things (IoMT): An Overview and Applications

Abstract

Internet of Things (IoT) is an innovative technology that enables physical objects used in daily life to exchange data among themselves over the Internet. Healthcare is one of them. The basic idea behind the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) applications is to detect and process patient data without any restrictions, and to provide remote communication with smart devices. Especially chronic disease follow-up and early warning applications are some of the current and effective usage of this technology. In addition, applications such as remote monitoring, telerehabilitation, smart sensors and medical device integration can be given as examples. The fact that it has the potential to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of not only patients but also healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment processes is an encouraging factor for the use of the Internet of Things in the field of health. When evaluated from the perspective of individuals, IoMT can enable better health self-management and personalization of the content of medical services. When evaluated from the perspective of the Ministry of Health and health institutions, it can reduce costs and ensure efficient use of the budget and increase the share allocated to other health services. For research institutions, smart healthcare can improve overall efficiency by reducing research costs and time. In this study, it is aimed to examine the use and examples of IoMT technology in the health sector, to discuss the advantages, potential gains, and possible difficulties in the application of this innovative technology that can change the way of health service delivery, and to offer suggestions. © 2023 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.