Digital health technologies have emerged as critical solutions to address healthcare accessibility challenges in developing regions. Bengkulu City, as the capital of Bengkulu Province, faces unique healthcare delivery challenges that can be addressed through digital health implementation. This study analyzes the current state and potential of digital health implementation in Bengkulu City in 2025, focusing on telemedicine adoption, healthcare accessibility improvement, and the impact of digital technologies on health service delivery. This research employed a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative analysis of healthcare statistics from BPS-Statistics Indonesia and qualitative assessment of digital health initiatives. Data sources included Bengkulu Province health statistics, national digital health platform usage, and comparative analysis with national trends. The study reveals significant opportunities for digital health expansion in Bengkulu City. With a poverty rate of 12.52% as of September 2024, digital health solutions present viable options for improving healthcare access. The analysis shows potential for telemedicine adoption, particularly given the existing healthcare infrastructure challenges in the region. Digital health implementation in Bengkulu City requires strategic planning considering local socioeconomic factors, digital literacy levels, and healthcare infrastructure. The integration of telemedicine and digital health platforms can significantly improve healthcare accessibility for the city's population.
| Published in | Abstract Book of the 5th Bengkulu-International Conference on Health |
| Page(s) | 5-5 |
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Digital Health, Telemedicine, Bengkulu City, Healthcare Accessibility, Healthcare Technology