Research Horizon
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Research Horizon - February 2026

Legal and Ethical Challenges in Regulating the Use of Health Technology

Yusuf Brilliant (Universitas Islam Nusantara, Indonesia)
Yeni Jayanti (Universitas Islam Nusantara, Indonesia)
Ahmad Fikri (Universitas Islam Nusantara, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2026

Abstract

Advances in digital technology have driven transformation in healthcare systems through innovations such as telemedicine, artificial intelligence, and electronic medical records. While offering efficiency and accessibility, the use of these technologies raises complex legal challenges that are not yet fully accommodated in positive law, particularly in Indonesia. The purpose of this study is to analyze the legal issues of health technology use in Indonesia and provide recommendations for legal reform to ensure patients’ rights are protected ethically and fairly. This study uses a normative-conceptual approach to examine legal issues arising in the context of health technology, including personal data protection, liability for technological errors, the validity of informed consent, and jurisdictional conflicts in telemedicine. The results of the study indicate an urgent need to reform existing regulations, establish technology audit mechanisms, improve legal literacy among medical personnel, and strengthen cross-regional cooperation. Thus, legal reform is an important prerequisite for ensuring the ethical and fair use of health technology and protecting patients’ rights.

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RH

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Subject

Arts Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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The journal aims to make significant contributions to applied research and knowledge across the globe through the publication of original and high-quality research articles. It publishes original research articles, reviews, mini-reviews, case reports, letters to the editor, and commentaries, thereby ...