P-25 The integration of Digital Health Technology in polyclinics and its impact on patient care in the elderly: a Systematic Review

Design and Methods: A mixed method of quantitative and qualitative research was done and secondary data collection methods were employed using a methodical process of a systematic review utilizing the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) Framework to screen the articles.

Results: 2904 articles were found, 0 articles were duplicated and 83 items were eligible for screening. Through the second tier of the PRISMA Framework, articles were then characterized based on the aim and objectives via the titles and abstracts. 72 Articles were excluded because they were not aligned with the theme of the research, thus 12 articles were included after the inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied. Common themes ran through the articles including: quality of care, inter-organizational relation, benefits, opportunities, barriers to accessing health care and health information, business process, clinical healthcare process, cost effectiveness, ethnic group differences, social determinants of health and patient participation and health seeking behavior.

Conclusion: There are many barriers and facilitators to initial Digital Health Technology uptake and engagement. This is dependent on the timing, the competency and confidence of the user, willingness to adapt and accept new technology, patient support, social and economic factors as well as physical health conditions of the elderly population. There are also many opportunities for development which includes education and training, tele-rehabilitation, community engagement especially those with ethnic minorities, and advocacy.