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Advancing Healthcare with the Medical Internet of Things - Revolutionizing Patient Care through Connected Devices

About the Book

Advancing Healthcare with the Medical Internet of Things: Revolutionizing Patient Care through Connected Devices explores the transformative potential of the Medical Internet of Things (MIoT) in reshaping the healthcare landscape. This edited volume examines how connected devices and smart technologies revolutionize patient care, enable remote monitoring, and enhance healthcare outcomes. With contributions from leading experts, the book examines the integration of wearable devices, IoT-enabled diagnostics, and telemedicine solutions while addressing critical issues like data privacy, security, and the ethical implications of widespread IoT adoption in healthcare. Through practical case studies and cutting-edge research, this book provides healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers with the knowledge to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the MIoT, offering a roadmap for future innovations in healthcare delivery and patient management.

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List of Topics

  • ​Introduction to the Medical Internet of Things (MIoT)

  • The Evolution of Connected Healthcare Devices

  • Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring Solutions

  • Smart Hospitals: IoT-Driven Infrastructure and Systems

  • IoT-Enabled Diagnostic Tools: Revolutionizing Early Detection

  • The Role of Artificial Intelligence in MIoT Applications

  • Data Privacy and Security Challenges in MIoT

  • Ethical and Legal Considerations in MIoT

  • MIoT in Chronic Disease Management

  • Wearables in Personalized and Precision Medicine

  • Interoperability of IoT Systems in Healthcare

  • IoT-Driven Emergency Care and Response Systems

  • Patient Engagement and Experience Through IoT Devices

  • Edge Computing and Cloud Solutions for Healthcare IoT

  • The Future of Smart Implants and Biosensors

  • IoT Applications in Elderly Care and Assisted Living

  • IoT-Based Drug Delivery Systems and Smart Medication Management

  • Big Data Analytics for Enhanced Patient Outcomes in IoT-Enabled Healthcare

  • Global Case Studies: MIoT Transforming Healthcare Systems Worldwide

Submission Guidelines

  • All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another book, journal, or conference.

  • Submit an initial proposal, including the title of the chapter and the abstract of the proposed chapter. The deadline for submission of the initial proposal (500 words) is December 30, 2025.

  • Submit your proposal through the following link: 

https://forms.office.com/r/zzvffsnzy7​

      (please email philip_eappen@cbu.ca for queries)

                                     

  • The full chapter is due by March 15, 2025.

  • The length of the chapter should be 7,000-8,000 words.

  • The paper should be formatted according to the template provided, and the chapter should use the Springer Basic numbered references reference style. 

Chapter Template

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Important Dates

Proposal Submission Deadline:   December 30, 2024
Full Chapter Submission:             March 15, 2025
Review Results Returned:            April 30, 2025
Final Chapter Submission:           May 30, 2025

Editors

Dr. Philip Eappen, BSN, MBA, and PhD Healthcare Management

Assistant Professor, Healthcare Management
Cape Breton University,

Sydney,  Canada 
Email: philip_eappen@cbu.ca   

Assoc. Prof. Narasimha Rao Vajjhala

Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture,

University of New York Tirana,

Tirana, Albania 
Email: narasimharao@unyt.edu.al  

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​Dr. Ruiling Guo, DHA, MPH, MLIS, AHIP
Professor, Health Care Administration, College of Business
Idaho State University, Idaho, USA
Email: ruilingguo@isu.edu

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Dr. Virginia Gunn
Assistant Professor, School of Nursing
Cape Breton University,

Sydney,  Canada 

Email: virginia_gunn@cbu.ca

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