Abstract
Aim: To determine if patients in cardiology practices would be interested in or willing to use mobile health technologies. Methods: Patients seen at an ambulatory cardiology clinic for any indication were included. A paper survey was administered during pre-intake that assessed frequency of use, familiarity with and interest in mobile health applications. Data were analyzed using an exploratory logistic regression analysis to determine demographic predictors for technology utilization. Results: A total of 306 patients were included (a plurality, 39.3%, in age group 50–69; 62.7% male). Those from median household incomes between US$30,000 and US$74,999 and those 18–29 years old were more likely to have used a health app (0.53 and 1.21, respectively). Those between 18 and 29 years were less interested in virtual visits with their healthcare provider (-0.92) and those over age 70 were less comfortable using their phone apps (-0.80). Conclusion: Age and income are important predictors of mobile health app adoption.
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