Abstract

The rapid advancement of smart city technologies has profoundly impacted healthcare systems, enabling enhanced data collection, real-time monitoring, and improved patient care. the integration of diverse technologies and the transmission of high-volume healthcare data across interconnected platforms present substantial challenges in terms of data privacy, security, and interoperability. This chapter explores the critical aspects of data transmission in smart city healthcare networks, focusing on the role of advanced transport protocols in facilitating efficient and secure information flow. Key challenges such as scalability, seamless integration across diverse systems, and the growing need for reliable data storage and retrieval mechanisms are discussed in depth.the chapter examines the increasing reliance on Big Data analytics and its influence on decision-making processes within healthcare environments. It emphasizes the need for robust security frameworks to protect sensitive healthcare data and ensure compliance with global regulations. The intersection of emerging technologies, healthcare applications, and smart city infrastructure was also explored, presenting a comprehensive view of the evolving landscape and offering insights into future directions for enhancing data transmission in smart healthcare networks.

Introduction

The healthcare sector was undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by the advancements in smart city infrastructure and the increasing reliance on data-driven technologies [1]. Smart cities utilize interconnected systems to enhance urban life, and healthcare was one of the most critical sectors impacted by this evolution [2]. High-bandwidth data transmission plays a central role in modern healthcare systems, enabling efficient real-time communication between patients, healthcare providers, and various medical devices [3]. As healthcare networks grow more complex and interconnected, the need for advanced transport protocols that ensure secure, reliable, and scalable data exchange becomes paramount [4]. These protocols must address the challenges of managing large volumes of healthcare data while ensuring the privacy and security of sensitive information [5].

Data transmission in smart city healthcare networks involves the integration of numerous diverse technologies, such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, electronic health records (EHR), and telemedicine systems [6]. These technologies generate massive amounts of data that must be transmitted quickly and accurately across various platforms, including cloud computing systems, mobile devices, and hospital databases [7]. This complex data exchange requires advanced transport protocols capable of supporting high-speed data transfers, low-latency communications, and the management of significant data loads [8]. Without these protocols, healthcare systems risk inefficiency, data corruption, or even breaches of sensitive patient information, which could undermine the trust and reliability of the entire healthcare network [9].