Assessing The Long-Term Impact of Remote Work Models on Healthcare Delivery And Workforce Resilience

Abstract

This study systematically explores the long-term impact of remote work models on healthcare delivery and workforce resilience, synthesizing insights from 30 peer-reviewed articles published between 2018 and 2023. By following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, the study identifies critical advancements, challenges, and best practices in the integration of remote work within healthcare systems. The findings reveal that telemedicine and remote patient monitoring have significantly enhanced healthcare access and patient satisfaction, particularly in underserved regions, while also reducing hospital readmissions through proactive care. However, the review highlights persistent challenges, such as workforce stress, burnout, and blurred boundaries between professional and personal life, which necessitate structured remote work policies and ongoing training. Technological innovations, such as AI-driven monitoring and IoT-enabled devices, have proven instrumental but require substantial investments in infrastructure and interoperability. Additionally, equity issues, including the digital divide and access disparities, remain significant barriers to inclusivity in remote healthcare delivery. The study emphasizes the importance of adaptive leadership, policy refinement, and stakeholder collaboration to sustain these systems in the long term. These findings provide valuable insights for healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers seeking to optimize remote work models for resilient and inclusive healthcare delivery.