In recent years, technology has had a major impact on medicine, enabling advances in research, more accurate diagnoses, and more effective treatments. According to a Medlineplus article [1]some innovative technologies funded with taxpayer dollars include a painless 15-second mammogram and a laser-activated blood sugar monitor.
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of technology in medicine, especially telemedicine. According to an article by Sanofi [2]despite the economic slowdown, technological investments in health are increasing.
Artificial intelligence is also gaining ground in medicine. According to an article by SQDM [3]process automation is a big trend in companies, and AI is expected to help speed up investigation times, offer faster and more accurate diagnoses, and develop more effective treatments.
Gene and cell therapy are also gaining momentum as treatments for a variety of genetic and chronic diseases.
The information technology industry in the healthcare sector is experiencing steady growth, according to a CNN article. [4]a growth of 4% is expected in the investments of the information technology industry in the sector in 2022.
Some trends in medicine for 2023 include:
- Increased personalized medical care: Advances in information technology and genetics will allow doctors to personalize treatment for each patient.
- Increased use of telemedicine: The pandemic has accelerated the use of telemedicine to provide remote medical care. This will continue to grow in 2023.
- Increased use of artificial intelligence: AI will be increasingly used in medicine to aid in early disease detection, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Greater focus on prevention: Preventive medicine and the promotion of healthy lifestyles will become a priority to reduce the burden of disease.
- Increased use of gene therapies: Gene therapy is gaining momentum as a treatment for a variety of genetic and chronic diseases.
- Increased use of cell therapies: Cell therapy is being studied to treat a variety of diseases, including cancer and autoimmune diseases.
