New Brunswick, NJ. – April 3, 2025 – With the global population over 60 expected to double by 20501, the healthcare industry faces significant challenges, increasing the need for specialized care for age-related conditions. Meanwhile, physician burnout remains a significant concern, impacting the well-being of providers and the quality of care they deliver. A recent global survey from Johnson & Johnson reveals a promising shift, with strong support for innovations in medical technology and AI that can make it possible for older adults to maintain independence, health, and quality of life for longer – while also alleviating burnout among healthcare professionals (HCPs).
Conducted across 11 countries, the survey highlights that 89% of adults and 97% of HCPs believe addressing the needs of the aging population is a critical issue. The findings demonstrate widespread confidence in medical technology, particularly AI, as a solution to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare delivery, presenting a fruitful opportunity to redefine care for mature patients. The findings also reflect a strong belief in data and technology to alleviate provider burnout, a critical challenge faced by over 45%2 of HCPs today. As patient load has increased in hospitals – and as the aging population grows – burnout among the healthcare workers involved in direct patient care has risen in recent years3 and can negatively impact patient care4.
“As a surgeon, I’ve seen firsthand how advancements in medical technology have transformed the way we care for patients, especially as our population ages,” said Dr. Kevin Perry, orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic.5 “These innovations not only enhance the quality of care but also allow us to address the unique challenges that come with an aging population, such as joint replacements and more complex procedures. At the same time, I recognize the immense value of integrating technology into our daily practice to help reduce burnout among my peers by improving efficiency, allowing us to focus on what truly matters – patient care. By continuing to embrace robotics and the power of data and technology, we can build a more sustainable healthcare system that meets the needs of both patients and providers alike.”
Innovations in Disease Detection and Patient Care
- 98% of HCPs agree that medical technology innovations will help with identifying disease at its earliest stage, underscoring the potential to revolutionize diagnostics.
- 90% of HCPs believe that innovations, particularly robotics, will improve patient outcomes, emphasizing their growing trust in advanced medical technologies.
- 72% of adults indicate that they believe medical technology innovations will enhance care for the aging population, aligning with 90% of HCPs who recognize the need to address specific requirements for this demographic.
Embracing AI and Data Sharing for Personalized Treatment
- Nearly three-quarters of adults globally express excitement about the role of AI in healthcare, with 94% of HCPs advocating for AI integration.
- Over three-quarters of adults globally report a willingness to share personal health data to facilitate personalized treatment plans, demonstrating a high level of public trust in data-driven healthcare approaches.
Addressing Provider Burnout and Improving Medical Training
- 72% of HCPs believe that data and technology will significantly help reduce provider burnout, addressing a critical challenge faced within healthcare.
- Across markets, 94% of HCPs express that they would feel more enthusiastic about the future of healthcare if new technologies produced data that streamlined medical and surgical training.
“As the aging population continues to grow, healthcare systems around the world face increasing pressure to provide high-quality care for individuals with complex needs,” said Peter Schulam, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, Johnson & Johnson MedTech. “With the power of AI, data science and advanced technology we’re making enormous strides at Johnson & Johnson to provide healthcare practitioners with the innovative solutions they need to improve personalized patient care and reduce burnout. The results from surveys like these reinforce that we are on the right path, and we are excited to continue driving innovation forward for future generations of patients and healthcare professionals.”
Johnson & Johnson commissioned the global survey to capture the perceptions and expectations of both patients and healthcare professionals on the future of medical technology, aiming to uncover key insights into industry perceptions and identify gaps in innovation and patient care. Explore how we’re addressing healthcare challenges and transforming patient outcomes for a brighter future at MedTech Insights.
Survey Methodology
Morning Consult conducted an online survey on behalf of Johnson & Johnson between August 8 and September 9, 2024 among 11,412 general population adults and 964 HCPs (including a mix of general surgeons, vision surgeons, orthopedic specialists, and cardiology specialists) in the following countries: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, the U.K. and the U.S. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of +/-3% for Gen Pop and between +/-8-10% for HCPs.
About Johnson & Johnson
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more about our MedTech sector’s global scale and deep expertise in cardiovascular, orthopaedics, surgery and vision solutions at https://thenext.jnjmedtech.com. Follow us at @JNJMedTech and on LinkedIn.
Footnotes
1 https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/ageing-and-health
2 https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/physician-health/physician-burnout-statistics-2024-latest-changes-and trends#:~:text=And%20what%20we’ve%20seen,Well%2C%20that%20is%20great%20news.
3 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11110232/
4 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6780563/
5 Dr. Perry is a paid consultant for Johnson & Johnson MedTech. He has not been compensated in connection with this press release.
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