The Role of Internet in Healthcare

Summary of the Role of Internet in Healthcare

• Overview of the Role of Internet in Healthcare

Scope and Methodology

• Research Definitions and Scope
• Research Methodology
• Glossary of Terms

Introduction and Background

• Introduction
• Use of the Internet – Global Trends
• Use of the Internet – European Trends
• Healthcare on the Internet – Application Areas

Key Market Dynamics

• Industry Challenges
• Market Drivers
• Market Restraints
• Technology Trends

Clinical Application Areas

• Introduction
• Online Collaboration between Healthcare Professionals and Patients
• Use of Internet for Informed Decision Making
• Internet Diagnosis in Europe
• Online Health Records
• Use of Internet for Healthcare Research in Europe
• Use of Internet for Diet and Fitness in Europe
• Online Appointment Settings in Europe
• Support Groups Subscribed to by Internet Users in Europe

Business Application Areas

• e-Procurement by Hospitals in Europe
• Education/ e-learning
• Insurance and the Internet

Geographical Trends

• Country ProfilesPart-I
• Country Profiles-Part II
• Selected Statistics

Future Directions

Databases on Healthcare Infrastructure

Databases on Healthcare Expenditure