LedgerMed Recognising the Perfect Ledger for Patient-Centric Healthcare through Blockchain

Abstract

The current healthcare landscape is characterised by fragmented data management systems, limiting the effectiveness of patient-centred care. LedgerMed introduces a unique concept solution through blockchain technology, creating a unified, patient-centric electronic health record (EHR) system called the perfect ledger. This system ensures data integrity, security, and interoperability across a decentralised network, addressing critical challenges like data fragmentation and lack of patient autonomy. This chapter explores LedgerMed’s technical architecture, including its use of Layer 1 blockchain and parachains to provide interoperability, scalability, and background for future regulatory compliance. A real-world case study highlights its potential in diverse healthcare settings, particularly in regional and remote areas, demonstrating improved patient outcomes and modernised care delivery. The chapter concludes with a vision for a less-centralised healthcare ecosystem, integrating emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), Web3, drones, and Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). Such a solution is positioned as a pioneering model for non-centralised digital healthcare, advocating for continued research and collaboration across healthcare and technology sectors.