Identification and Categorization of the Distinct Purposes Underpinning the Use of Digital Health Care Self-Monitoring: Qualitative Study of Stakeholders in the Health Care Ecosystem

Our findings demonstrate that digital health care self-monitoring serves multifaceted aims, ranging from individual patient empowerment to ecosystem-wide innovation. Designing and implementing these tools with an explicit understanding of all stakeholders' "why" can help address potential conflicts (eg, balancing patient autonomy with clinical control) and facilitate more holistic adoption. Ultimately, this study underscores the importance of clear, purpose-driven approaches to promote better health outcomes, knowledge generation, and care process improvements.