Healthcare professionals' perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI)-based mobile applications (apps) for diabetes education and behavioural management.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The global prevalence of diabetes mellitus is escalating rapidly. Similarly in Malaysia, diabetes prevalence among adults rose exponentially. Artificial intelligence (AI) integrated into mobile health applications (apps) presents a promising avenue for enhancing diabetes management through personalized patient education and behaviour modification. However, adoption rates remain low, primarily due to limited awareness and technological challenges, especially among older adults.

Objective

This study aimed to explore Malaysian healthcare professionals' (HCPs') perspectives on the use of AI in mobile apps for diabetes education and behavioural management.

Methods

Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with 19 HCPs across Malaysia. Interviews were co

SUBMITTER: Lim PC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11951879 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature