IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-7-4-14831 Original Research Paper BLOCKCHAIN APPLICATIONS IN MEDICAL SCIENCES Vasantmadhav Hegadekatti Dr. April 2018 7 4 01 02 ABSTRACT

Many problems relating to record keeping, medico–legal issues and ethics exist in the medical field. Blockchain Technology can enhance the efficiency of the Medical sciences. This paper looks into the various aspects of Blockchain technology applications in Medical science.

Firstly, we discuss the basics of Blockchains and Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoins. Then we discuss Blockchain applications in the Medical sciences. The paper concludes by summarizing the applications of Blockchain Technology in Medical sciences.