The Role of Work Engagement in Driving Innovation and Transformation in Healthcare: A Brief Report on Telemedicine and Telerehabilitation.

This study explores the relationship between work engagement and organizational innovation in the healthcare sector, with a focus on telemedicine and telerehabilitation. The study examines how healthcare professionals' engagement in their work can act as a catalyst for the successful adoption and implementation of new technological solutions that reshape service delivery models. By analyzing a case study on the use of telemedicine in neurorehabilitation, the paper highlights the critical role of work engagement in fostering empowerment, enhancing collaboration, and driving positive change in healthcare organizations. The research emphasizes the importance of integrating technology with human factors, such as professional autonomy, communication, and participation in decision-making, to improve both employee well-being and organizational performance. The results demonstrate that high levels of work engagement among healthcare sta@ are essential for achieving innovation, improving patient care, and ensuring the sustainability of healthcare services. Ultimately, the paper underscores the need for healthcare organizations to prioritize work engagement as a key driver for transforming healthcare practices and systems through digital innovation.