Healthcare IoT devices allow medical professionals to collect data on the condition of patients without the risks that come with bringing large numbers of potentially infectious people together in proximity.
Beyond pandemic response use cases, though, they also allow doctors to potentially examine, diagnose and treat larger numbers of patients, as well as expand healthcare to regions where physical access to doctors or hospitals is difficult due to remoteness or difficulty of access.
Smart medical devices can help to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery by enabling real-time monitoring and analysis of patient data, and by enabling healthcare professionals to remotely access and manage patient care. They can also help to reduce the cost of healthcare by automating certain processes and reducing the need for in-person visits.