Evaluation of an mHealth Intervention to Disseminate Laboratory-Related Information Among Health Professionals
Applied/Translational Research
Technology
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
National University Health System
31 December 2021
To evaluate the effectiveness of an mHealth app in disseminating lab-related information among health professionals. Mixed results highlighted the potential of mHealth apps but emphasized the need for further optimization.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Technology, Applied/Translational Research, Digital Health, Mobile Health, Digital Apps, Mixed-Methods
About this Content
Aims
To evaluate the effectiveness of an mHealth app in disseminating lab-related information among health professionals.
Background
Manual dissemination of lab-related information led to inefficiencies and an increased workload for the lab team.
Methods
Implemented an mHealth app; conducted pre/post-intervention surveys and analyzed phone query data.
Results
Improved end-user satisfaction (mean score increased from 3.49 to 3.66, p=0.009); reduced phone queries in "Information Needs" by 58%.
Conclusion
Mixed results highlighted the potential of mHealth apps but emphasized the need for further optimization.
Lessons Learnt
mHealth interventions need continuous evaluation and adaptation to meet healthcare demands effectively.
Additional Information
Funded by JurongHealth Internal R&D Grant; shortlisted in SHM 2021 (Technology Category).
Keywords
mHealth, Laboratory Information, Healthcare
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Doctor Anywhere |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | General Practice, Medical ＆ Laboratory Technology |
Project Lead(s) | Amarasinghe A.D.N.S. Saparamadu |
Project Member(s) | Yeung Pok |
Connect with this contributor!
Amarasinghe A.D.N.S. Saparamadu - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg
Project Attachment
C133_NTFGH_Doctor_Anywhere_Pte_Ltd_SHM_2021_Evaluation_of_an_mHealth_Intervention.pdf