What question did this study set out to answer?

The research aims to identify success factors and barriers for the adoption of digital health applications (DiGA) in Germany.

Accessing the Digital Health Application (DiGA) Market: Key Success Factors, Market Barriers and Strategies for Sustainable Adoption

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Authors

Identifies key factors and barriers affecting digital health application adoption in Germany, suggesting pathways for sustainable growth.

The research aims to identify success factors and barriers for the adoption of digital health applications (DiGA) in Germany.
Conducted semi-structured expert interviews with 32 participants.
Administered a quantitative survey with 142 responses from DiGA manufacturers and healthcare experts.
Performed statistical comparisons based on prescription volume categories of DiGA manufacturers.
Identified robust clinical evidence and targeted physician access as critical factors for success.
Recognized high regulatory burdens and physician unawareness as main barriers to adoption.
Highlighted the need for tailored marketing strategies based on indication-specific success.

Schramm et al. (2026) studied this question.

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark