This unique report offers a thorough examination of the use of mobile & wireless technologies in healthcare throughout Western Europe & North America. It examines the roles and applications that can benefit from mobility. Mobile healthcare considers present & future methods for addressing needs at every technological level, from hardware devices & software applications to integration issues. Most importantly focusing on the unique challenges & opportunities mobile & wireless technology offers the healthcare sector.

Market Projections:
2005-2010 forecasts for usage, and anticipated demand for mobile technology in healthcare in North America, and Western Europe; Uptake forecasts for present and upcoming key technologies in the next five years.

Healthcare Sector Focus:
Payment models for primary, secondary & tertiary healthcare; Core issues in service delivery; Key processes in healthcare services & those benefiting from mobile technology; Wireless technology & addressing specific goals.

Technology Sector Focus: Improving the efficiency of care provision, & other factors; Current & future devices: PDAs, Smartphones; Sector specific software: Application, implementation & use; Integration; Security requirements.