The role of biomedical engineers in enhancing patient care through efficient equipment management

MariaTheresa Chinyeaka Kelvin-Agwu 1, *, Mojeed Omotayo Adelodun 2, Geneva Tamunobarafiri Igwama 3 and Evangel Chinyere Anyanwu 4

1 Independent Researcher, Manchester, UK.
2 Al Rass General Hospital, Al Rass, Al Qassim Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
3 School of Nursing, University of Akron, USA.
4 Independent Researcher, Nebraska, USA.
 
Review Article
International Journal of Frontiers in Medicine and Surgery Research, 2024, 06(01), 011–018.
Article DOI: 10.53294/ijfmsr.2024.6.1.0036
Publication history: 
Received on 03 August 2024; revised on 11 September 2024; accepted on 13 September 2024

 

Abstract: 
This review explores the future directions and challenges biomedical engineers face as they navigate the rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape. With the advent of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and telemedicine, the role of biomedical engineers is expanding beyond traditional equipment management to include innovation, strategic planning, and data analysis. The review highlights the implications of these advancements for biomedical engineers, the challenges in adapting to new equipment and standards, and the evolving expectations of their role in improving patient care. It underscores the need for continuous education and developing new skill sets to effectively manage modern healthcare technology's complexities. The paper concludes by emphasizing biomedical engineers' critical role in integrating these technologies into healthcare systems to enhance patient outcomes.

 

Keywords: 
Biomedical Engineering; Emerging Technologies; Artificial Intelligence; Robotics; Telemedicine
 
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