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What stops you from using new medical technology more as a cardiologist ?
you can talk about cost, Training time, and others
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Minghao CHEN
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As a cardiologist, there are several factors that limit how often I can adopt new medical technologies in my daily practice. The first and most significant is cost. Many advanced tools—whether it's imaging devices, AI-based diagnostic platforms, or robotic-assisted surgical equipment—come with a high price tag. Hospitals, especially smaller or non-academic ones, may hesitate to invest in expensive technology without clear, proven benefits in outcomes or cost-effectiveness. Even if the tech is available, it might not be integrated into every clinic or department.
The second major barrier is training and time. New technologies often require extensive training, certification, or adjustment to workflow. For a busy cardiologist with a full schedule of patients, finding time to learn a new system while maintaining high-quality care is a challenge. There's also a learning curve, and mistakes during that period could affect patient safety or outcomes.
Third is evidence and trust. As physicians, we rely on clinical trials, guidelines, and real-world studies to validate a technology before using it. If a device or software hasn’t been studied thoroughly—especially in diverse patient populations—there’s understandable hesitation. The stakes in cardiology are high, and most of us are cautious about adopting unproven innovations too quickly.
Additionally, regulatory and institutional policies can slow down adoption. Approval from the FDA or other bodies may take time, and even after approval, hospital committees need to review and approve implementation, which can delay things further.
Lastly, there’s the issue of integration. If the new technology doesn’t smoothly connect with existing electronic health records (EHRs) or hospital systems, it can create inefficiencies rather than improve care.
So, while we’re excited by innovation—and many cardiologists are early adopters—the reality is that cost, time, training, evidence, and system limitations all play a role in slowing the use of new technology in cardiology.
The second major barrier is training and time. New technologies often require extensive training, certification, or adjustment to workflow. For a busy cardiologist with a full schedule of patients, finding time to learn a new system while maintaining high-quality care is a challenge. There's also a learning curve, and mistakes during that period could affect patient safety or outcomes.
Third is evidence and trust. As physicians, we rely on clinical trials, guidelines, and real-world studies to validate a technology before using it. If a device or software hasn’t been studied thoroughly—especially in diverse patient populations—there’s understandable hesitation. The stakes in cardiology are high, and most of us are cautious about adopting unproven innovations too quickly.
Additionally, regulatory and institutional policies can slow down adoption. Approval from the FDA or other bodies may take time, and even after approval, hospital committees need to review and approve implementation, which can delay things further.
Lastly, there’s the issue of integration. If the new technology doesn’t smoothly connect with existing electronic health records (EHRs) or hospital systems, it can create inefficiencies rather than improve care.
So, while we’re excited by innovation—and many cardiologists are early adopters—the reality is that cost, time, training, evidence, and system limitations all play a role in slowing the use of new technology in cardiology.