Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare: Industry Demands and a Path Forward

Joseph R. Keebler, Michael A. Rosen, Dean F. Sittig, Eric Thomas, Eduardo Salas

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Abstract

This article reviews three industry demands that will impact the future of Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare settings. These demands include the growing population of older adults, the increasing use of telemedicine, and a focus on patient-centered care. Following, we discuss a path forward through improved medical teams, error management, and safety testing of medical devices and tools. Future challenges are discussed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)250-258
Number of pages9
JournalHuman Factors
Volume64
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 2022

Keywords

  • Aging
  • Errors
  • Healthcare
  • Teamwork
  • Telemedicine

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Human Factors and Ergonomics
  • Applied Psychology
  • Behavioral Neuroscience

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