EHealth Research Theory and Development: A Multidisciplinary Approach Van Hanneke Kip, Nienke Beerlage-de Jong and Lisette van Gemert-Pijnen is an English-language study book that provides insight into the development and application of eHealth. The book is aimed at students and professionals in higher education and healthcare.
This study book covers the possibilities of eHealth for various care sectors and provides an overview of theoretical foundations and evaluation methods. The book connects different disciplines with models, frameworks, and methods for the development, implementation, and evaluation of eHealth.
The content is divided into two parts: the first covers eHealth research theory with themes such as behavior change and technological applications in care. The second part focuses on practical aspects of development, implementation, and evaluation, with attention to human-centred design, engineering, and implementation science.
By offering multidisciplinary knowledge, this book provides a broad view of the role of eHealth in addressing current healthcare challenges. It also includes practical elements such as case studies, learning objectives, and summaries, making it a valuable reference work for both research-oriented and practice-oriented users.
The book thematically aligns with medical and health informatics, research and evaluation methods, and informatics within healthcare.