Authors : Donald Freddie

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 10 - October

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25oct1006

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Abstract : The ongoing digital transformation in healthcare is increasingly shaped by the interplay between data integrity, cybersecurity, and equity. As electronic health records, AI-assisted diagnostics, and telemedicine platforms expand globally, safeguarding data authenticity and ensuring fair access to digital innovations have become central to achieving sustainable health outcomes. This paper develops a multidimensional framework that integrates technical, institutional, and social perspectives on digital health transformation. The proposed model identifies data integrity as the foundation of trustworthy healthcare systems, cybersecurity as the protective infrastructure for patient information, and equity as the ethical compass guiding technology distribution. Through a synthesis of existing frameworks, policies, and empirical evidence, the study highlights the necessity of coordinated governance and inclusive digital strategies to overcome the dual challenges of cyber vulnerability and social inequality. Findings suggest that resilient health systems can be achieved only when technological advancement is matched by transparent data management, ethical design, and equitable participation. The proposed framework thus provides a blueprint for policymakers, health institutions, and technology developers seeking to promote a secure, fair, and people-centered digital health ecosystem.

Keywords : Data Integrity, Cybersecurity, Digital Health Transformation, Equity, Health Informatics, Governance.

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