at the beginning of this process and without a centralised model to follow or adopt , it is a huge undertaking for healthcare systems to embark on . In order for blockchain technologies to become widely adopted in healthcare systems , industry leaders and policy makers , along with private and government bodies , will need to work together and adopt a joint approach .”
The time seems ripe for this type of collaboration , as COVID-19 has accelerated a digital explosion in healthcare . The focus has shifted from being able to handle more patients to being able to handle them more effectively and treating their conditions more easily . Blockchain ’ s unique ability to both protect and flexibly hold data could play a vital role in underpinning healthcare ’ s digital progress and overhaul how it is delivered .
“ Research already suggests that 55 per cent of all healthcare applications will have employed blockchain by 2025 ,” Spielberger says . “ Given its unique ability to ensure appropriate encryption and security , I believe that blockchain technologies are set to become a major factor in future healthcare programs .”
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