The Serverless Revolution in Healthcare: What It Means and How to Get There
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-9246.IJETCSIT-V3I3P103Keywords:
Serverless computing, healthcare, cloud computing, digital transformation, patient data management, telemedicine, AI diagnostics, scalability, cost-efficiency, data security, compliance, HIPAA, serverless architecture, healthcare applications, healthcare innovation, serverless adoption, microservices, Infrastructure as Code, healthcare IT, healthcare infrastructureAbstract
The serverless revolution in healthcare is transforming how medical organizations manage, deploy, and scale their digital systems. Serverless architecture, which removes the need for managing underlying servers, allows healthcare providers to focus more on delivering patient care and less on maintaining infrastructure. This shift leads to more cost-effective operations, enhanced flexibility, and quicker time-to-market for innovative healthcare solutions. By relying on cloud services that automatically handle scaling, healthcare systems can efficiently manage fluctuating workloads, such as telemedicine sessions, patient data processing, or real-time diagnostics. Additionally, serverless computing enhances security by enabling tighter access controls and reducing the risk of system vulnerabilities, particularly critical for handling sensitive patient data in compliance with regulations like HIPAA. Serverless platforms also facilitate seamless integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning, empowering healthcare providers to leverage advanced analytics and personalized patient care. However, transitioning to a serverless architecture requires thoughtful planning. Healthcare organizations must carefully assess their existing systems, redesign applications for event-driven models, and address potential challenges like latency, vendor lock-in, and compliance with data sovereignty laws. This article explores the practical steps healthcare organizations can take to adopt serverless computing, including strategies for overcoming common barriers. It also highlights real-world examples of serverless applications in healthcare, such as automating administrative tasks, improving interoperability between disparate health systems, and enabling faster clinical decision-making. Ultimately, the serverless revolution offers healthcare providers a powerful framework for driving digital transformation, improving patient outcomes, and building a more resilient, scalable infrastructure
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