Communication is the cornerstone of effective healthcare, and the digital age has ushered in new paradigms for professional collaboration. Digital tools have revolutionized how healthcare providers, academics, industries, caregivers, and patients interact, enhancing workflows, promoting teamwork, and leading to better health outcomes.
This book presents the proceedings of EFMI STC 2024, the 23rd European Federation for Medical Informatics Special Topic Conference, held from 27 to 29 November 2024, in Timisoara, Romania. The theme of the conference was Collaboration across Disciplines for the Health of People, Animals and Ecosystems, and its aim was to provide each participant with the opportunity to contribute to the breaking down of silos and geographic borders and the creation of a cohesive environment. In total, 86 full papers were submitted for the conference, of which 52 were ultimately selected for presentation and publication after a thorough peer review process, resulting in an acceptance rate of 60%. The papers are divided into four sections: One Digital health and climate change; health informatics education and interprofessional collaboration; healthcare information systems; and health data science and analytics.Topics covered include integration of data; digital communication and collaboration; new paradigms and tools in healthcare education; integration of technologies into the doctor-patient relationship; healthcare information systems for people and animals; and human aspects in digital health.
Providing a comprehensive overview of the ways in which information technology is changing healthcare worldwide, the book will be of interest to all those working towards the shaping of a healthier future.
