5G

Apr 19

Ultra-fast and low-latency networks.

5G enables near-instantaneous data transmission between devices, systems, and professionals. In healthcare, this supports applications like real-time imaging and AI-powered diagnostics. Its low latency and high bandwidth are critical for connecting wearables, mobile scanners, and Extended Reality tools used in point-of-care or emergency settings.

  
  Pros and Cons Table
  
        Pros
        Cons
      
        Supports real-time remote monitoring
        Limited infrastructure in rural areas
      
        Enables smooth Extended Reality and telepresence
        High deployment costs
      
        Reduces diagnostic and treatment delays
        Potential over-reliance on network uptime
      
        Scales internet of medical things and sensor networks
        Security risks increase with more connected endpoints
      
        Enhances mobile care and emergency response
        Device compatibility can be uneven

5G works by increasing data transmission speeds while drastically reducing network delay. To apply 5G in healthcare, teams must first identify critical use cases, like mobile diagnostics or live virtual care, that benefit from fast and stable connections. Teams should then partner with telecom services to ensure coverage, adapt devices to 5G standards, and build redundancy into critical applications to maintain reliability during network fluctuations.