International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive System (IJPEDS) Vol. 16, No. 3, September 2025, pp. 1983~1990 ISSN: 2088-8694, DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v16.i3.pp1983-1990  1983 Journal homepage: http://ijpeds.iaescore.com Advances in medical power electronics: applications and challenges Hamza Abu Owida 1 , Jamal I. Al-Nabulsi 1 , Nidal Turab 2 , Muhammad Al-Ayyad 1 1 Department of Medical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, Jordan 2 Department of Networks and Cyber Security, Faculty of Information Technology, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, Jordan Article Info ABSTRACT Article history: Received Nov 1, 2024 Revised May 1, 2025 Accepted Jul 23, 2025 Power electronics plays a crucial role in modern medical applications by providing efficient power management, conversion, and regulation across a wide range of devices. In high-power systems, such as medical imaging equipment, power electronics ensure precise control, stable operation, and optimal performance, which are essential for accurate diagnostic imaging. On the other hand, in low-power devices such as wearable health monitors and implantable medical devices, power electronics focus on enhancing energy efficiency and miniaturization. This is vital for extending battery life, reducing the need for frequent recharging or replacement, and improving patient comfort and mobility. This review examines the role of power electronics in diverse medical applications, highlighting its importance in enabling stable performance in critical life-support systems, therapeutic devices, and portable health monitors. Key technologies and power management integrated circuits are explored for their contribution to improving the efficiency, reliability, and longevity of medical devices. The review also addresses significant challenges, including miniaturization, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Future trends such as the development of advanced semiconductor materials, innovations in energy harvesting techniques, and wireless power transfer technologies are also discussed. These advancements are expected to revolutionize the field, driving the next generation of medical devices and shaping the future of healthcare technology. Keywords: Direct current Energy harvesting Implantable device Power electronics Wearable device This is an open access article under the CC BY-SA license. Corresponding Author: Nidal Turab Department of Networks and Cyber Security, Faculty of Information Technology Al-Ahliyya Amman University Amman, Jordan Email: n.turab@ammanu.edu.jo 1. INTRODUCTION Power electronics is a critical field within electrical engineering that focuses on converting, controlling, and conditioning electrical power. It plays a vital role in managing power distribution, optimizing energy efficiency, and ensuring a stable power supply across various applications. In healthcare, the importance of power electronics has grown significantly, driven by the rising need for portable, efficient, and reliable medical devices. These devices range from large-scale systems like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scanners to smaller, low-power devices like wearable health monitors and implantable pacemakers. Power electronics ensures that these devices operate smoothly, with precise control over power levels to enhance performance and safety. Moreover, advancements in power electronics are enabling energy-efficient designs, extending battery life in portable devices, and minimizing heat