Abstract:
Mobile medical applications have the capacity to
provide services for patients and healthcare
professionals regardless of time or place. The aim of
this paper is to explore the current status of mobile,
wireless and wearable technological applications
within the medical environment. After conducting a
literature review on the availability of mobile, wireless
and wearable computing applications within medicine,
a summary of their purpose, features and functions
was conceptually mapped to the Gibson and Nolan
(1974) Stages of Growth Framework. Findings from
the literature, the mapping process and limitations for
growth are discussed within each of the technology
categories. Limitations and challenges of development
are highlighted and suggestions are made for future
research.
