Investigating the Perceived Innovation of the Big Data Technology in Healthcare

Stud Health Technol Inform. 2017:238:151-153.

Abstract

The research aim of this study is to investigate the perceived innovation of the Big Data Technology in Healthcare. A survey was conducted using a theoretical model based on Rogers' Innovation Diffusion Theory, on Davis' Technology Acceptance Model, and relative research work. The results reveal that the Big Data Technology may be an innovation on the field of Health Informatics as it offers a lot of advantages compared to the traditional ways of data handling and processing, and it is compatible with the current technological status on the healthcare domain. Additionally, the current study presents the positive attitude of the Informatics Experts about the usage of the Big Data innovative technology on Health sector.

Keywords: Big Data; Healthcare; IDT; Innovation; TAM.

MeSH terms

  • Attitude of Health Personnel
  • Attitude to Computers*
  • Diffusion of Innovation*
  • Humans
  • Medical Informatics*
  • Perception