Authors

María Isabel Fernández Aranda

Position

Matrona. Hospital Virgen del Rocío de Sevilla.Experta universitaria en Estadística Aplicada a las Ciencias de la Salud, Nutrición en SaludPública, Seguridad Alimentaria y Educación del Consumidor y Promoción de la Salud en laComunidad.

Contact address

Grupo Parque Atlántico, 5, 8º, puerta 8. 41008 Sevilla.

Contact email: maribel.fernandez.aranda@gmail.com

Abstract

Healthcare mobile apps, included in the mHealth (mobile health) ecosystem, are shaping themselves as the spear head of a new Obstetrical Nursing, characterized by an intensive application of new technologies. Their adaptability and ease of programming and installation allows them to work as clinical examination tools, reference databases, technical guidelines or calculators, facilitating the decision making process by healthcare professionals. Standarization, quality assurance and safety of the personal data managed, together with the problem of required validation, are matters still pending solution. New technologies and the emergence of a new archetype of empowered pregnant woman will force obstetrical professionals to adapt to the new technological setting, by developing new competences and increasing our involvement.

Keywords:

gynecology; midwife; healthcare education; mHealth; information and communication technologies

Versión en Español

Título:

Apps móviles sanitarias para Ginecología y Obstetricia