Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Digital Health

A course in Digital Health is essential in today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. With advancements in technology and the increasing integration of digital solutions into healthcare delivery, professionals in the field need to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate this digital transformation.

Here's an overview of why such a course is crucial:

1. Emergence of Digital Health: Digital Health encompasses a wide range of technologies, including electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine, wearable devices, mobile health apps, and health informatics. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and reduce costs.
2. Addressing Healthcare Challenges: Digital Health solutions can help address various challenges in healthcare, such as access to care, chronic disease management, patient engagement, and healthcare disparities. Understanding how to leverage these technologies effectively is key to overcoming these challenges.
3. Integration with Traditional Healthcare: Digital Health is not meant to replace traditional healthcare but to complement it. Healthcare professionals need to understand how to integrate digital solutions into their practice seamlessly while ensuring patient safety, privacy, and data security.
4. Data-driven Decision Making: Digital Health generates vast amounts of data that can be analyzed to gain insights into patient populations, treatment effectiveness, and healthcare trends. Professionals need to know how to collect, analyze, and interpret this data to make informed decisions and improve patient care.
5. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations: The use of digital technologies in healthcare is subject to various regulations and ethical considerations, such as HIPAA compliance, data privacy, consent, and cybersecurity. Professionals need to be aware of these regulations and ethical principles to ensure legal and ethical use of digital health solutions.
6. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Digital Health involves collaboration among various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, technologists, policymakers, and patients. Professionals need to understand how to collaborate effectively across disciplines to develop and implement digital health solutions that meet the needs of all stakeholders.
7. Continuous Learning and Adaptation: The field of Digital Health is constantly evolving with new technologies, regulations, and best practices emerging regularly. Professionals need to engage in continuous learning and adaptation to stay abreast of the latest developments and remain competitive in their field.

Course Highlights

• Introduction to Digital Health
• Overview of Digital Health Technologies
• Data Analytics in Healthcare
• Regulatory and Legal Aspects
• Interoperability and Standards
• Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring
• Patient Engagement and Behavior Change
• Health Informatics and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
• Implementation and Adoption Strategies
• Future Trends and Innovations
• Ethical and Societal Implications
• Case Studies and Real-World Applications

Expertise Boost

Upon completion of this course, you will attain certification/Diploma as a Digital Health Professional, a credential that will elevate your career and professional standing, providing you with a distinct competitive advantage. As an alumni of IGMPI, you will gain access to a prestigious network of top management professionals, fostering invaluable connections and opportunities for growth.

By leveraging these resources and networks, you will not only solidify your expertise in the field of Digital Health but also position yourself as a go-to authority for those seeking guidance and insights in this rapidly evolving domain. This comprehensive course not only equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge but also provides you with the tools and connections needed to excel in your career and make a meaningful impact in the realm of Digital Health.

Programme Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Health

• Overview of digital health and its significance
• Evolution of digital health technologies
• Current trends and future prospects

Module 2: Health Informatics

• Fundamentals of health data management
• Electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Health information exchange (HIE)
• Data privacy and security in health informatics

Module 3: Telemedicine and Telehealth

• Definition and scope of telemedicine
• Telehealth technologies and platforms
• Teleconsultation and remote monitoring
• Regulatory and legal considerations

Module 4: Mobile Health (mHealth)

• Introduction to mHealth applications
• Wearable health technology
• Health tracking and monitoring apps
• User engagement and behavior change techniques

Module 5: Healthcare Analytics and Big Data

• Role of data analytics in healthcare
• Big data sources in healthcare
• Data-driven decision-making in healthcare
• Predictive analytics for disease management and prevention

Module 6: Healthcare Information Systems

• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
• Hospital Information Systems (HIS)
• Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)
• Patient Management Systems

Module 7: Digital Health Entrepreneurship 

• Identifying opportunities in digital health
• Business models in digital health
• Start-up challenges and strategies
• Regulatory compliance and market entry

Module 8: Ethical and Legal Issues in Digital Health

• Patient confidentiality and data protection
• Ethical considerations in telemedicine
• Legal frameworks for digital health
• Liability issues and risk management 

Module 9: Patient Engagement and Empowerment 

• Importance of patient-centered care
• Patient education and self-management tools
• Strategies for promoting patient engagement
• Empowering patients through digital health solutions

Module 10: Digital Health Policy and Regulation

• Healthcare regulations and standards
• FDA regulations for digital health products
• Health IT certification requirements
• International perspectives on digital health regulation

Module 11: Future Directions in Digital Health

• Emerging technologies in digital health
• Predictions for the future of healthcare delivery
• Opportunities and challenges in advancing digital health
• Strategies for staying updated in the rapidly evolving field 

Module 12: Case Studies

• Real-world examples of successful digital health implementations
• Case studies on overcoming challenges in digital health projects

The program will empower professionals to:

Navigate the Complexities of Digital Health: Gain adeptness in maneuvering through the intricate dynamics and rapid shifts inherent in the realm of Digital Health.

Acquire Holistic Expertise: Attain a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in the multifaceted facets crucial for thriving in the digital healthcare sphere.

Leverage Technological Advancements: Harness the transformative potential of technology to elevate patient care standards, streamline operational efficiencies, and foster a culture of innovation within healthcare delivery systems.

Stay at the Vanguard of Knowledge: Remain at the forefront of the field by continuously updating one's knowledge reservoir with the latest breakthroughs, emerging trends, and best practices in Digital Health.

Forge Collaborative Networks: Cultivate the ability to collaborate seamlessly with diverse cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring the effective development and implementation of impactful digital health solutions.

Navigate Regulatory Landscapes with Finesse: Develop an adept understanding of the intricate regulatory frameworks, ethical imperatives, and stringent data privacy laws governing the domain of digital health.

Nurture a Mindset of Innovation and Adaptability: Cultivate a mindset characterized by a proclivity for innovation, a penchant for adaptive thinking, and adept problem-solving skills to tackle the intricate challenges prevalent in healthcare through digital modalities.

Cultivate Leadership Acumen: Hone leadership competencies requisite for spearheading transformative digital health initiatives, catalyzing organizational change, and fostering a culture of innovation within healthcare ecosystems.

Facilitate Enhanced Patient Engagement: Employ strategic utilization of digital health tools and platforms to bolster patient engagement, empowerment, and self-management, thereby augmenting overall health outcomes.

Engage in Thought Leadership and Networking: Engage in thought leadership endeavors, collaborate with industry luminaries, and partake in robust networking opportunities to exchange insights, share experiences, and fortify professional growth trajectories in the expansive landscape of Digital Health.

Eligibility

Graduate in any discipline is eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma and Certificate Programmes. For Executive Diploma programmes and Professional Certifications, you need to have at least 1 year of work experience.

Programme Duration

The duration to complete this programme is 1 year (Post Graduate Diploma), 6 months (Executive Diploma).

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and online both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online classes for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination.
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Examination & Certification

IGMPI follows a credit system based on all learning activities involved in studying for all PG Diploma and Executive Diploma Programmes. Each of your modules is equal to 4 credits. To successfully complete the programme, you will have to earn all the credits assigned to your programme.

All the participants are expected to appear for an online exam and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Digital Health by the Centre for Health Management and Research (CHMR), IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Classes (Online mode) or face-to-face classes (Regular mode), elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments would be provided by the Institute. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to in its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like Rijuven India, Portea Medical, Doximity, Teledoc Health, GoodRx, Talkspace, Life Stance Health, Hims and Hers Health, Group, Philips Healthcare, 1mg, Portea Medical, Express Clinics, TeleVital, Cisco Systems, Polycom, American Well, MeMD, Health Tap, Sesame, Amwell, Practo, LiveHealth, VidmedTelehealth, Apollo Telehealth Services Pvt. Ltd., MG Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Lybrate India Pvt. Ltd., Netdox Health Pvt. Ltd., Zoylo Digihealth Pvt. Ltd., Advanced Human Imaging, Tele Vital India Pvt. Ltd., etc. The IGMPI’s Corporate Resource Division actively recommends our students and training participants for various job requirements and specialized roles to Human Resource, Talent Acquisition as well as the heads of various departments in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare industries on regular basis.

Future career prospects

This course can help you build a career in various fields in the healthcare industry.

• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Hospitals
• Consulting & Advisory services
• Chronic Disease Management Medical
• Devices
• Information Technology
• Academics & Research
• Digitalizing of Medical/ Clinical Practice
• Public Policy & Regulation
• Digital Health Project Management
• Marketing & Business Development for
• Organizations in Digital Health
• Development of Digital Health Solutions
• Insurance Industry
• Entrepreneurs in Digital Health

After completing this course, participants can pursue various career paths and assume roles such as:

• Digital Health Architect
• HealthTech Strategist
• Telemedicine Innovator
• Healthcare Informatics Specialist
• Digital Health Solutions Engineer
• Health Data Analyst
• Telehealth Integration Consultant
• HealthTech Operations Manager
• Clinical Informatics Director
• Digital Health Transformation Lead

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Programme Fee Details

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