Use and impact of digital technology in supporting health providers deliver care in low- and low-middle-income countries: A systematic review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Healthcare providers are critical to the successful, sustainable and impactful implementation of digital health. Despite the growing interest, Digital Health Innovations (DHIs) are often implemented without sufficient evidence, leading to numerous short-lived projects and a limited understanding of their impact on health systems and outcomes. In 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) introduced a new Classification of Digital Health Interventions, identifying four core DHI user groups. This review aims to synthesise evidence on the impact of DHIs designed for one of these user groups-healthcare providers-on delivering health services in low- and lower-middle-income countries (LLMICs).

Methods

We will conduct an umbrella review, analysing systematic reviews on D

SUBMITTER: Craig AT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11845030 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature