Digital assistants for education and support of patients with endocrine disorders

Digitalni asistenti, uključujući mobilne aplikacije i chatbotove zasnovane na veštačkoj inteligenciji, transformišu zdravstvenu negu pružajući personalizovanu podršku pacijentima sa hroničnim bolestima. Ovo istraživanje ispituje ulogu digitalnih asistenata u unapređenju pri-1 Šćepan Sinanović, Visoka medicinska škola strukovnih studija "Milutin Milanković", Beograd, Abstract: Digital assistants, including mobile applications and AI-po-wered chatbots, are revolutionizing healthcare by providing personalized support to patients with chronic conditions. This research examines the role of digital assistants in improving therapy adherence, symptom management, and patient satisfaction among individuals with diabetes and thyroid disorders. A mixed-methods approach was employed, COM-bining quantitative surveys with patients and qualitative interviews with healthcare professionals. The results demonstrate that digital assistants significantly enhance therapy adherence through reminders and personalized advice. Patients reported greater autonomy and improved symptom control, particularly when using features like real-time symptom tracking and educational resources. Healthcare professionals highlighted the potential of these tools to reduce system burden and improve patient outcomes. However, challenges such as data privacy concerns, trust in technology, and acce-ssibility issues remain barriers to broader adoption. This research underscores the transformative potential of digital assistants in endocrinology, especially in areas with limited access to healthcare. Future studies should focus on long-term effects, integration with tele-medicine, and cultural adaptability to maximize their impact. Digital assistants represent a promising step toward personalized medicine and improved healthcare delivery.