Data analytics has the power to transform the health care sector for both patients and practitioners. A growth area in the field, health data analytics can lead to improved, more efficient health care delivery and better patient outcomes. Machine-learning algorithms can generate new insights and AI augmentation can support automation of routine tasks and clinical decision-making.
As health systems worldwide boost investment in data analytics infrastructure, there is a growing need for health care professionals with data analytics proficiency and data literacy. Addressing this skills gap is crucial to realizing the potential of data analytics in health care.