BlockTrack Blockchain-Based Healthcare Information and Disease Tracking CSR Project

'BlockTrack': Blockchain-based Information System for Integrating Healthcare Ecosystem and Tracking Spread of Contagious Diseases - Phase II

Objective

• This project aims to further develop and deploy BlockTrack, a blockchain-based healthcare solution, to improve healthcare information management, patient record security, and disease tracking. The goal is to demonstrate the technology's scalability and benefits in real healthcare settings.

Description

• BlockTrack is a blockchain-based healthcare solution developed by a team at IIT Madras., Phase I involved successful trials at the IITM Institute Hospital, demonstrating its capabilities., Phase II focuses on scaling and enhancing the BlockTrack system by collaborating with two medium-sized hospitals., Tasks include upgrading the Doctor and Patient Apps, developing a Desktop version for convenience, enabling Bluetooth-based infection tracking, and conducting mock trials., The project aims to release the applications on Apple Store and Play Store for widespread use., The expected outcomes include demonstrating scalability, launching BlockTrack as an Android and iOS application, and expanding its capabilities.

Impact

• The "BlockTrack" project aims to revolutionize healthcare by developing a blockchain-based system for secure patient data management, disease tracking, and enhanced patient privacy. Its potential impact includes improved data security, scalable healthcare solutions, and enhanced pandemic preparedness, benefiting both healthcare professionals and patients.