Publications
Scientific journal:
Finnish Journal of eHealth and eWelfare (FinJeHeW), https://www.finjehew.fi
FinJeHeW is a scientific journal published jointly by the Finnish Society for Telemedicine and eHealth and the Finnish Association for Social and Health Care Informatics since 2009. The journal belongs to publication platform category 1. The ISSN of the journal is 1798-0798.
FinJeHeW welcomes scientific articles and other material related to information technology in social and healthcare services, telemedicine, and eHealth. Author guidelines are available on the journal’s website. The journal is published mainly in Finnish, but it also includes articles, abstracts, and other material in English. Manuscripts are evaluated using a double-referee peer review process. The journal publishes at least four issues per year as an online publication in PDF format. Each issue is freely available online. www.finjehew.fi.
Hyvinvointialan yrittäjien tiedot ja käsitykset hyvinvointiteknologiasta – kysely eteläpohjalaisille yrittäjille fi
Knowledge and attitudes of welfare entrepreneurs about welfare technology – a survey for South Ostrobothnian entrepreneurs en
Tiivistelmä
Digitalisuus, teknologioiden hyödyntäminen ja mobiilit palveluratkaisut ovat Suomessa ajankohtaisia aiheita. Suomen taloudellinen tilanne, väestöennuste, sekä työn muuttuminen globaalissa mittakaavassa vaativat uusia tapoja tehdä työtä ja tehostaa palveluita. Hyvinvointiteknologioiden hyödyntäminen on vielä vajavaista hyvinvointialoilla, sillä yritykset ovat eri vaiheessa teknologioiden hyödyntämisessä, ekosysteemi on kehittymätön sekä kustannus- ja vaikuttavuushyötyjen osoittaminen on haasteellista.
Artikkelissa tarkastellaan eteläpohjalaisten hyvinvointialan yrittäjien käsityksiä, tietoja ja tiedontarpeita hyvinvointialan robotiikasta sekä tekoälyn ja mHealthin sovelluksista. Aineisto on kerätty sähköisellä kyselylomakkeella keväällä 2019 hyvinvointialan pk-yrittäjiltä ja yritysten toimitusjohtajilta yrityksistä, joiden päätoimipiste sijaitsee Etelä-Pohjanmaalla.
Kyselyn vastanneet eteläpohjalaiset hyvinvointialan pk-yrittäjät ja yritysten toimitusjohtajat kokivat tietonsa hyvinvointiteknologioista heikoiksi ja tiedontarpeita esiintyi useilla osa-alueilla. Suurimmaksi tiedon tarpeeksi nousivat ihmisen ja robottien välinen yhteistyö sekä tekoälyn ja mHealthin sovellusten vaikuttavuus ja vaikutukset. Vastaajista enemmistön käsitykset hyvinvointiteknologioista olivat melko kielteisiä. Hyvinvointiteknologioiden etuina nähtiin henkilöstön työn kuormittavuuden väheneminen. Haasteina puolestaan nähtiin inhimillisen kosketuksen ja vuorovaikutuksen sekä ihmisten työpaikkojen väheneminen.
Kyselyyn vastanneiden yrittäjien määrä jäi vähäiseksi (n=6), joten tuloksen eivät ole yleistettävissä, mutta ne todentavat mielikuvaa tiedoista ja asenteista hyvinvointiteknologioita kohtaan.
Abstract (English)
In Finland, digitalization and utilization of technology and mobile service solutions are topical issues in various programs and goals of the Government and Ministries. Current economic situation paired with the current population forecast in addition with the changing work life in a global perspective, challenge the ways work is currently performed. However, in welfare services there is still limited utilization of technology. This is due to the varying degrees of utilization of technology between companies, undeveloped ecosystems and the challenge to prove the efficiency and cost-benefit of using technology in welfare services.
In this article, we discuss welfare entrepreneurs’ beliefs, current knowledge and need for information about welfare robotics and different mHealth solutions and solutions using artificial intelligence (AI). The data was collected during spring 2019 using an electronic survey. The survey was directed to entrepreneurs and managing directors of welfare companies, whose head office is located in the region of South Ostrobothnia, Finland.
The survey revealed that the South Ostrobothnian entrepreneurs and managing directors experienced their knowledge on welfare-technology low and there appeared to be a need for additional information on various fields. Lack of knowledge and therefore a need for information was especially experienced in the co-operation between humans and robots and the impacts of mHealth and AI-solutions. A majority of respondents told that their attitudes towards welfare technology is fairly negative. The advantage technology would bring was named as being the reduction of human work load. The major challenge was seen to be the lack or decrease of human touch and interaction and the possible decrease in positions.
The number of respondents remained low (n=6). Therefore, the results cannot be generalized. Nonetheless, the results verify the impression about knowledge and attitudes towards health care technology. The ones who did not answer the questionnaire might even have less interest and less knowledge than the ones who did answer the questionnaire.
Avainsanat
Kanoninen lähde ja PDF: journal.fi. Tätä artikkelia ei ole kopioitu tälle palvelimelle.
Lisenssi: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
The society's 30-year history (available only in Finnish)
30 VUOTTA KEHITYKSEN KÄRJESSÄ – Suomen telelääketieteen ja e-Health seura 1995-2025, 2025,
ISBN 978-952-65791-1-5 (PDF)
The Society’s 30-Year History
30 Years at the Forefront – The Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth 1995-2025, 2025.
ISBN: 978-952-65791-5-3 (pdf)
Podcasts
eHealth & Telemedicine Today – by STeHS
What’s happening in digital healthcare right now? In this podcast, STeHS brings you conversations on telemedicine, eHealth, and the evolving healthcare landscape—featuring voices from Finland and beyond.
Innovaatiot ja yrittäjyys suomalaisessa eHealthissa
This episode was recorded live at the eHealth2025 Conference, part of the 30th anniversary of the Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth (STeHS). Hosts of this podcast are Titta Venho and Anna Saranlinna.In this discussion, Kalevi Virta, CEO of eWell Oy, and Arto Holopainen, Innovation Director at the City of Kuopio, share their perspectives on the development of the Finnish eHealth ecosystem, with a particular focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration.The conversation explores how digital health has evolved in Finland over the past decades, highlighting key milestones such as mobile technologies, national digital health services, and international collaboration. The speakers reflect on the opportunities and challenges faced by startups and innovators in the health technology sector, including funding, regulation, and access to real-world testing environments.The episode also discusses the role of cities, ecosystems, and collaborative networks in supporting innovation, as well as the importance of early user engagement and cross-sector partnerships. Looking ahead, the discussion touches on future trends such as artificial intelligence, data-driven services, and the increasing demand for sustainable and scalable digital health solutions.Finally, the guests share practical advice for entrepreneurs and emphasize the need for stronger strategic leadership, long-term investment, and continued cooperation between public and private sectors to drive meaningful impact in healthcare.Note: This episode is in Finnish.Full transcript is available in https://www.telemedicine.fi/julkaisut/
Vaikuttavuus digitaalisissa terveyspalveluissa
This episode was recorded live at the eHealth2025 Conference, part of the 30th anniversary of the Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth (STeHS). Hosts of this podcast are Titta Venho and Anna Saranlinna.In this discussion, Mika Perttu, Director of Digital Transformation at the City of Helsinki’s Social, Health and Rescue Division, and Minna Saranpää, Customer Manager and Social and Healthcare Specialist at Vivago Oy, explore the topic of impact and effectiveness in digital health and care services.As digitalisation continues to reshape how healthcare services are delivered, used, and evaluated, the conversation focuses on how to ensure that digital solutions truly create value for patients, professionals, and society. The speakers discuss how effectiveness can be defined, measured, and integrated into service development and decision-making.The episode highlights practical examples from both public and private sectors, addressing challenges such as fragmented systems, limited resources, and the need for better data-driven leadership. It also explores the future role of digital tools, including artificial intelligence and remote care, in improving outcomes and enabling more proactive and personalised healthcare services.Note: This episode is in Finnish.Full transcript is available: https://www.telemedicine.fi/julkaisut/
Women around the world in health care digitalisation
This episode was recorded live at the eHealth2025 Conference, part of the 30th anniversary of the Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth (STeHS). Hosts of this podcast are Titta Venho and Anna Saranlinna.In this discussion, Dr Michelle Griffith, President of ISfTeH, a physician specializing in internal, lifestyle, and integrative medicine with over 30 years of clinical experience, and Professor Pirkko Kouri, Vice President of ISfTeH and a Finnish expert in health informatics and digital health education, explore the theme Women Around the World in Healthcare Digitalisation.Together, they reflect on how gender shapes the development, leadership, and use of digital health services across different cultural and global contexts. The conversation highlights both the challenges women face in technology-driven environments and the critical role they play in designing more inclusive, holistic healthcare solutions.The episode also offers insights into international collaboration, leadership experiences, and practical advice for women aiming to make an impact in the rapidly evolving field of telemedicine and eHealth.Full transcript will be available in: https://www.telemedicine.fi/julkaisut/
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Conference publications:
- XXXI Kansallinen ja kansainvälinen Telelääketieteen ja eHealth konferenssi, #eHealth2026: Effective digital solutions in health care and social welfare services, 2026, ISBN 978-952-65791-4-6 (PDF)
- XXX Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari, #eHealth2025: Strengthening Interoperability and Equality in Digital Health with Nordic Innovations, 2025, ISBN 978-952-65791-3-9 (PDF)
- XXIX National Seminar on Telemedicine and eHealth, #eHealth2024: From Research to Impact on Digital Health and Welfare Services, 2024, ISBN 978-952-69224-9-2 (PDF)
- XXVIII National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, #eHealth2023: Human oriented approach in eHealth and digital services, 2023, ISBN 978-952-69224-8-5 (pdf)
- XXVII National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, #eHealth2022: Digital Health – from Research to Applied Solutions, 2022, ISBN 978-952-69224-6-1 (PDF)
- XXVI National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, #eHealth2021: eHealth in a Lifecycle, 2021, ISBN: 978-952-69224-4-7 (pdf)
- XXV National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, eHealth2020: From Dream to Reality, 2020, ISBN: 978-952-69224-2-3 (pdf)
- XXIV National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, eHealth2019: Data-Driven Health, 2019, ISBN: 978-952-68112-9-1 (pdf)
- XXII National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, eHealth2018: Health communities facing cyber transformation, 2018, ISBN: 978-952-68112-8-4 (pdf)
- XXII National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, Win-Win-Win, for citizens, professionals and society, 2017, ISBN: 978-952-68112-6-0 (pdf)
- XXI National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, Nordic eHealth2016 Culture of experimentation and digitalisation, 2016, ISBN: 978-952-68112-4-6 (pdf)
- XX National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, eHealth, an engine for change, 2015, ISBN: 978-952-68112-2-2 (pdf)
- XIX National Telemedicine and eHealth Seminar, Towards effective eHealth, 2014, ISBN: 978-952-67213-9-2 (pdf)
- XVIII Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari: Teknologiatalkoilla parempiin hoitotuloksiin, 2013, ISBN: 978-952-67213-8-5 (pdf)
- XVII Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari: Tietoa tarpeeseen, 2012, ISBN: 978-952-67213-6-1 (pdf)
- XVI Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari: Maalta maailmalle – Aluemalli terveyspalveluiden kehittämisessä, 2011, ISBN: 978-952-67213-4-7 (pdf)
- XV Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari: Katse yli rajojen, 2010, ISBN: 978-952-67213-2-3 (pdf)
- XIV Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari: Terveyttä verkosta ja verkostosta, 2009, ISBN: 978-952-67213-0-9 (pdf)
- XIII Kansallinen telelääketieteen ja eHealth seminaari: e-Health kansalaisen palveluksessa, 2008 (pdf)