GlobalMed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Technical literacy, such as knowing how to use devices and interact with electronic health record (EHR) portals and video interfaces. These three components are known as digital health readiness – and when it comes to underserved patients, much of their readiness is limited by social determinants of health.

Telemedicine 111

Telemedicine Mental health Telehealth Digital Health 111

Lloyd Price

APRIL 7, 2023

It is important to ensure that virtual ward programs are designed with health equity in mind. Staff training and support: Healthcare providers who work in virtual wards may require additional training and support to adapt to remote care models. This can include training on the use of technology and communication skills.

Remote care 95

Remote care Telemedicine Nursing Mental health 95

Lloyd Price

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It is important to ensure that virtual ward programs are designed with health equity in mind. Staff training and support: Healthcare providers who work in virtual wards may require additional training and support to adapt to remote care models. This can include training on the use of technology and communication skills.

Telemedicine 69

Telemedicine Remote care Nursing Leadership 69

Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 6, 2023

Earlier this year, a Harvard Business Review article cited a Kaiser Permanente study that showed members in California and the mid-Atlantic region with access to virtual primary care were 14 percent less likely to die from stroke and 43 percent less likely to die from heart disease.

Telehealth 121

Telehealth Health IT Digital Health Mental health 121

GlobalMed

JULY 7, 2020

Telemedicine can be utilized in perioperative patient care for: By having the surgical specialist connect with the patient and their local care team, telemedicine can prepare patients by answering questions, such as how to set up their house for after surgery, and ensuring that they are physically and psychologically prepared.

Telehealth 104

Telehealth Telemedicine Mental health EHR 104

GlobalMed

AUGUST 19, 2019

A new study from InCrowd paints a disturbing picture about provider burnout and its effect on patient care. The survey of 320 PCPs and 319 specialists reveals that 79 percent of primary care physicians (PCPs) describe themselves as burned out, as do 57 percent of specialists. There’s also provider mental health to consider.

Telemedicine 49

Telemedicine Primary Care Remote care Mental health 49