Health Policy Manag.  2023 Mar;33(1):1-2. 10.4332/KJHPA.2023.33.1.1.

How to Integrate the Fourth Industrial Revolution in the Healthcare Industry?

• Lee SH

• KMID: 2549081
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4332/KJHPA.2023.33.1.1

Abstract

As the industrial paradigm shift, often condensed as the “4th Industrial Revolution,” gains momentum, there is a growing need to actively introduce digital healthcare into the medical field. The new administration announced its commitment to become a global leader in the biohealth and digital healthcare sector. To fulfill this pledge, preemptive policy leadership and attention from the government are required. The recent issue of legislating non-face-to-face medical care suggests that introducing digital healthcare goes beyond simply adopting new technologies. Incorporating digital healthcare involves changing the existing healthcare delivery process and coordinating the roles of stakeholders. To successfully change the structure of the medical industry, a mid- to long-term roadmap should be meticulously organized and promoted. Policy efforts are needed to resolve conflicts and lead to compromises through continuous communication with interest groups.

Keyword

4th Industrial Revolution; Digital healthcare; Health policy; Leadership