Addressing the ability and challenges to implementing the patient monitoring system for chronic disease in Iraqi hospitals: DOLYIA Hospital as a case study

The increasing use of smart technologies and mobile devices has significantly impacted healthcare, improving medical services both inside and outside hospitals. Chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension are major global economic and social challenges. The Internet of Things (IoT) enables the integration of connected devices to monitor patients' health and provide doctors with real-time information. However, very few studies on implementing a patient monitoring system in Iraqi hospitals exist that can effectively guide most health organizations in their patient care endeavors. Therefore, this study aims to examine the capabilities and challenges of implementing a patient monitoring system for chronic diseases in Iraqi hospitals, focusing on technological and human obstacles that may hinder its adoption. A qualitative, exploratory research design was used to collect data from doctors, hospital staff at Dolyia Hospital, and patients in Dolyia City, Salah al-Din Province, through personal interviews and an electronic questionnaire. SPSS software was used for data analysis. The findings indicate a positive relationship between medical staff's digital competence and the successful implementation of the system. Additionally, a statistically significant link was found between effective digital infrastructure and the success of the chronic disease monitoring system.