STEPS FOR INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT AND DIGITALIZATION OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC SECTORS IN UZBEKISTAN

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This article analyzes the reforms in the socio-economic sectors of Uzbekistan, in particular, the innovative development and digitalization of the healthcare system. The possibilities of improving the quality of medical services, improving the management system of medical institutions, and providing convenient and fast services to the population through the introduction of digital technologies are highlighted. Also, new opportunities and problems arising from the increase in human resources capacity, the introduction of artificial intelligence, telemedicine , and electronic healthcare systems in medicine are discussed. The study analyzes the innovative approach and the positive impact of digitalization on the medical sector on a scientific basis. Keywords: innovation, digitalization, healthcare , medicine, digital medicine, telemedicine, e-health, artificial intelligence, human resources, quality of medical services In recent years, a number of programs have been effectively implemented in Uzbekistan to modernize national information and communication technologies and digital infrastructure, and large investments have been made in the sector. In particular, “Digital Uzbekistan – 2030”, “Development Strategy of New Uzbekistan for 2022- 2026”, “Uzbekistan – 2030” strategy and other relevant programs are of great importance in implementing the digital transformation of the national economy, industry and society as a whole[3]. Uzbekistan has long recognized the power of digitalization in modernizing society, and the COVID-19 pandemic has once again proven the importance of digital transformation [ 5]. As is known, the “Digital Uzbekistan – 2030” Strategy was approved by the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev No. PF-6079 dated October 5, 2020 1[ 2]. 1Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PF-158 dated 11.09.2023 "On the Strategy "Uzbekistan - 2030". https://scientific-jl.com/new 11 22 00 Volume–76_Issue-1_May-2025 JOURNAL OF NEW CENTURY INNOVATIONS At the same time, in recent years, the level of use of digital services by the population has increased significantly. For example, by the end of 2023, the number of Internet users in the country exceeded 77 percent[ 4 ]. These figures indicate that the digital literacy of the population is increasing, and the demand for digital services is steadily expanding. In particular, the introduction of digital technologies in the healthcare system has become an important stage in improving the quality and convenience of medical services. In particular, electronic medical cards have been introduced in more than 700 polyclinics, creating the opportunity to quickly manage patient data. Telemedicine services are gradually entering medical practice .[ 8 ] Undertaking significant work to modernize medical infrastructure, establish modern healthcare management systems, and build human resources. This shows that the digital transformation of the healthcare system is directly related not only to technological innovation, but also to the development of human capital. One of the main ideas of the “Uzbekistan-2030” strategy is to establish a medical service system that fully meets the needs of the population and international standards in the next seven years. The strategy’s ten or so goals include further integration of specialized medical services provided to the population, covering tasks related to ensuring public health, fully covering the treatment of 350,000 patients with diabetes and 1.5 million patients with cardiovascular disease, which are the leading causes of referrals , and providing 70 percent of the population in need of medical care with emergency medical services at the primary level[6]. By implementing the tasks and directions set out in the strategy, it will be possible to reduce hereditary diseases among children by 2 times, infectious and non-infectious diseases by 20 percent, detect oncological diseases in the population aged 30-69 through preventive examinations and early stages, increase 5-year life expectancy by 2 times, and reduce mortality rates up to 1 year by 2 times.[9] Therefore, it is of urgent scientific and practical importance to conduct a thorough analysis of the processes of innovative development and digitalization of the healthcare system in the country, assess their practical effectiveness, identify existing problems and develop proposals. Analyze the processes of innovative development and digitalization of socio- economic sectors in Uzbekistan and develop recommendations to improve their effectiveness. The study systematically studied socio-economic processes using the dialectical method. A systematic approach was used to consider digital technologies as a whole system. Graphical methods were used to represent economic indicators, and grouping and comparison methods were used to compare the effects in different regions. The effectiveness of innovation processes was analyzed using analysis