Title :
Health care technology support management. A perspective for developing countries
Author :
Fadel, Hashem O AI ; Al-Akaidi, Marwan
Author_Institution :
Biomed. Eng., King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Res. Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract :
We present a review of medical technology management problems in developing countries, based on our experience and on literature review. Also, recommended approaches for the need for thorough research that covers technical, medical, executive, as well as manufacturer´s authorities in the field are included to develop a consolidated model that can be used as a guideline for developing countries. Topics covered include: problems for technical service support; technology planning process; technology acquisition process; education and training process; equipment service contract management; transferring health care technology support; and 21st century challenges and solutions
Keywords :
biomedical education; health care; planning; reviews; 21st century challenges; consolidated model; developing countries; education; equipment service contract management; executive research; health care technology support management; literature review; manufacturer authorities; medical research; medical technology management problems; review; technical research; technical service support; technology acquisition process; technology planning process; training process; Appropriate technology; Biomedical engineering; Biomedical equipment; Costs; Guidelines; Medical services; Space technology; Technology management; Technology planning; Virtual manufacturing;
Journal_Title :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
