Scientific Landscape of Telemedicine and Digital Healthcare: A Bibliometric Approach to Research Dynamics (2012–2025)
摘要
This study examines the scientific progression and research trends in telemedicine and digital healthcare from 2012 to 2025 using a bibliometric approach. A total of 122 English-language documents were retrieved from the Scopus database, using the keywords “telemedicine” and “digital healthcare.” The analysis was conducted through Biblioshiny (R package), following a five-phase bibliometric framework involving data collection, analysis, visualization, interpretation, and discussion. Key bibliometric techniques such as co-authorship, co-citation, and keyword co-occurrence analyses were applied to map the research landscape. The findings show a steady increase in scholarly output, with noticeable publication peaks in 2021 and 2024. Approximate 48% research was conducted after 2020. Most research belongs to the domains of medicine, health professions, and nursing. The United States led in contributions, followed by India and the United Kingdom. Frequently used keywords included “telehealth,” “digital health,” “remote monitoring,” and “artificial intelligence.” Thematic mapping and collaboration networks revealed global partnerships and emerging research clusters. While limited to English-language, Scopus-indexed articles, the study offers a comprehensive overview of the field’s development. It captures the post-pandemic surge in interest and technological integration, offering valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand evolving trends in digital healthcare.