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Patient and physician perspectives on the use and outcome measures of mHealth apps: Exploratory survey and focus group study
| Content Provider | SAGE Publishing |
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| Author | Jezrawi, Rita Balakumar, Sarmini Masud, Rafia Gabizon, Itzhak Bhagirath, Vinai Varughese, Jobin Brown, Michael Trottier, Dan Schwalm, Jd McGillion, Michael Alvarez, Elizabeth Lokker, Cynthia |
| Copyright Year | 2022 |
| Abstract | ObjectiveFactors that physicians and patients consider when making decisions about using or recommending health apps are not well understood. We explored these factors to better assess how to support such decision making.MethodsWe conducted an exploratory cross-sectional study in Ontario using qualitative focus groups and quantitative surveys. 133 physicians and 94 community dwelling adults completed online surveys and we held two focus groups of nine community dwelling participants who had cardiovascular risk factors and an interest in using mHealth apps. Quantitative survey data was analyzed descriptively. Focus groups were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim prior to inductive thematic content analysis. We integrated the results from the surveys and focus groups to understand factors that influence physicians' and patients' selection and use of such apps.ResultsPhysicians recommend apps to patients but the level of evidence they prefer to use to guide selection did not align with what they were currently using. Patients trusted recommendations and reviews from medical organizations and healthcare professionals when selecting apps and were motivated to continue using apps when they supported goal setting and tracking, data sharing, decision making, and empowerment.ConclusionsThe findings highlight the significance of evaluating mHealth apps based on metrics that patients and physicians value beyond usage and clinical outcome data. Patients engage with apps that support them in confidently managing their health. Increased training and awareness of apps and creating a more rigorous evidence base showing the value of apps to supporting health goals will support greater adoption and acceptance of mHealth apps. |
| Related Links | https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/20552076221102773?download=true |
| ISSN | 20552076 |
| Volume Number | 8 |
| Journal | DIGITAL HEALTH (DHJ) |
| e-ISSN | 20552076 |
| DOI | 10.1177/20552076221102773 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Sage Publications UK |
| Publisher Date | 2022-05-24 |
| Publisher Place | London |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Rights Holder | © The Author(s) 2022 |
| Subject Keyword | patient mhealth app |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
| Subject | Health Information Management Health Informatics Computer Science Applications Health Policy |
