EHEALTH 745 / eHealth Innovations and Trends

Prerequisite(s): Registration in the M.Sc. eHealth program or permission of the instructor.

This course reviews and discusses critical issues related to innovations in eHealth, including: the drivers for these innovations, the trends that are developing in the eHealth field, notable successes and failures of eHealth to meet promised expectations, and what might be done to improve the potential of eHealth as a positive force for improvement in healthcare systems. Cases will be used extensively to illustrate eHealth innovations being discussed, and students will be required to participate fully in discussions. Students may participate synchronously either virtually online or physically in class. Participation online requires a headset to avoid audio interference with other participants.