Transforming rural healthcare: a mobile app for digital consultation and diagnostics

Nidhya R, Smilarubavathy G and Pavithra D

SAP Health and Policy, 2025

Abstract: Access to quality medical care is essential for maintaining a healthy life, yet it remains challenging for many, particularly in addressing health issues promptly and effectively. Digital diagnostics and virtual consultations are transforming healthcare by leveraging technology to enhance patient care and streamline medical processes. These tools enable remote communication between patients and healthcare professionals, eliminating geographical barriers and increasing access to expert medical advice. This is especially beneficial in rural areas of India, where timely consultations and proactive health management can be difficult. To address this need, we have developed a mobile application powered by Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) that simplifies remote healthcare through online consultations. The app analyses symptoms—submitted as text or images—generates relevant medical insights, and provides appropriate prescriptions. Acting as a virtual medical mentor, it educates patients about their health conditions and recommended treatments. The application features a chatbot that utilizes both text and image inputs to accurately identify diseases and deliver tailored medical guidance. This diagnostic bot not only improves patient-doctor communication but also minimizes unnecessary lab tests and costly treatments. It complements traditional in-person care by enhancing diagnostic accuracy, reducing the need for physical visits, and significantly cutting down waiting times.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/shp2025235

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