Biomedical technology

Biomedical Technology

Biomedical Technology (pronunciation: /ˌbaɪoʊˈmɛdɪkəl tɛkˈnɒlədʒi/) is a multidisciplinary field that combines the application of engineering principles and design concepts to medicine and biology for healthcare purposes. This field seeks to close the gap between engineering and medicine, combining the design and problem-solving skills of engineering with medical and biological sciences to advance health care treatment, including diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy.

Etymology

The term "Biomedical Technology" is derived from the Greek words "bios" (life), "medicus" (pertaining to physicians), and "technologia" (systematic treatment). It was first used in the late 20th century, coinciding with the development of new medical devices and procedures.

Related Terms

Biomedical Engineering: A related field that focuses on the application of engineering principles and design concepts to medicine and biology for healthcare purposes.
Medical Technology: The application of organized knowledge and skills in the form of devices, medicines, vaccines, procedures, and systems developed to solve a health problem and improve quality of lives.
Health Technology: The application of organized knowledge and skills in the form of devices, procedures, and systems developed to serve a health purpose and improve quality of lives.
Clinical Engineering: A special field within Biomedical Technology that focuses on the application of systematic and disciplined engineering approaches to the management of medical equipment in healthcare delivery.

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Biomedical technology