Automatic Medical Dispatcher with Dynamic Telemonitoring System Using IoT in Rural Areas

Abstract

Accessing quality healthcare in rural areas can be challenging, often requiring individuals to travel long distances to nearby towns or cities. To address this issue, the Anytime Medical Machine (AMM) project was developed, leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technology to provide on-the-spot medical consultations. AMM, a part of the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), is designed for primary deployment in rural areas. Through AMM, individuals can receive consultations from qualified doctors without the need to travel. Doctors can prescribe medications and provide treatment recommendations, reducing both time and expenses associated with travel. The system collects patient data using sensors for temperature, heart rate, and blood oxygen saturation (SPO2), transmitting this information to doctors via a Wi-Fi module. The doctor-patient interaction is facilitated through secure video conferencing, requiring a unique username and password for each user to prevent misuse. After analyzing the patient's health parameters, the doctor prescribes appropriate medication, which is then dispensed through AMM. Patient information is securely uploaded to a cloud server for future reference, and the system is maintained by an administrator who refills medications as needed. Keywords- Rural Healthcare, Remote Consultation, IoT Healthcare, Medical IoT, Telemedicine, Remote Monitoring, Cloud-Based Healthcare, Healthcare Accessibility