Assessing the Effectiveness of Digital Health Integration Within Healthcare Project Portfolios for Optimized Care Delivery

Abstract

The integration of digital health tools into healthcare project portfolios has emerged as a strategic approach to addressing challenges such as fragmented care delivery, inefficient resource utilization, and limited access to real-time data. This study evaluates the impact of digital health integration on the effectiveness of healthcare delivery within project portfolios, focusing on patient engagement, care coordination, and outcome tracking. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 20 healthcare professionals including project managers, clinicians, and digital health analysts—across four healthcare institutions engaged in digital transformation initiatives. Findings indicate that digital tools significantly enhance patient engagement (75% agreement), care coordination (75% agreement), and outcome tracking (80% agreement). However, challenges in system interoperability (40% reported issues) and inadequate staff training (25% reported insufficiency) persist. The study concludes that digital health integration improves project portfolio outcomes but requires alignment with strategic objectives, robust training, and scalable infrastructure to maximize impact. These insights offer practical guidance for healthcare leaders seeking to optimize care delivery through digital transformation.