The Metaverse for the Healthcare Industry (eBook)

This book delves into the transformative potential of the Metaverse in the healthcare industry, addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by diverse biomedical data and digital healthcare solutions. The book explores how the convergence of technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality can revolutionize healthcare delivery, enhancing patient outcomes and medical education. Chapters cover topics such as the fundamentals of the Metaverse in healthcare, intelligent healthcare systems architecture, ethical considerations, and the integration of IoT devices. Case studies and real-world applications showcase the Metaverse's role in disease prevention, mental health treatment, medical education, and elderly care, offering valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and professionals in AI, digital health, and healthcare informatics.

Designed as a comprehensive reference for academia, research institutions, and healthcare organizations, the book aims to guide the ethical integration of Metaverse technologies into the healthcare ecosystem to unlock their full potential while ensuring patient privacy and security.

Dr. Chiranji Lal Chowdhary is an accomplished academician and researcher with over 18 years of experience in computer science engineering education and research. Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), he has made significant contributions to fields like medical image processing, machine learning, and deep learning. Dr. Chowdhary's research has been recognized globally, with over 48 publications in international journals and numerous presentations at conferences. He has also received several awards and honors, including recognition as one of the top 2% scientists worldwide. Additionally, Dr. Chowdhary has edited more than 10 book volumes with prestigious publishers like Springer, IET, CRC, AAP, and IGI Global. He has also served as a Guest Editor for many reputable journals and has reviewed over 200 research papers, further demonstrating his expertise and influence within the academic community.