Evaluating the Relationship Between Information Technology Adoption and Healthcare Outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Evaluating Relationship, Information Technology, Adoption Healthcare OutcomesAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate evaluating the relationship between information technology adoption and healthcare outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study found that IT adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa's healthcare varied by country and played a positive role in improving healthcare outcomes when effectively implemented. However, challenges like infrastructure limitations and financial constraints hindered adoption. Tailored strategies and policy interventions are needed to overcome these barriers and harness the potential benefits of IT adoption in the region's healthcare systems.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Technology Acceptance Model, Diffusion of Innovations Theory & Health Information Technology Adoption Model may be used to anchor future studies on evaluating the relationship between information technology adoption and healthcare outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa. Advocate for capacity building initiatives to enhance digital literacy and IT skills among healthcare providers, administrators, and policymakers. Engage with policymakers at the national and regional levels to influence the formulation of healthcare IT adoption policies.
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