PATIENT ENGAGEMENT
EMPOWERING CARE TEAMS
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PATIENT ENGAGEMENT
Now that it ’ s possible to book everything from a taxi to a grocery shop via a touchscreen , it makes sense for patients to want healthcare to be just as accessible .
New technology that enables care teams to monitor patients remotely is of huge benefit to people with chronic conditions , as it cuts down on wait times for appointments , and means those with limited mobility , such as the elderly , don ’ t need assistance with travelling to appointments .
The eVisit , developed in conjunction with telemedicine specialists Novari Health , makes it possible for patients to schedule virtual consultations with doctors . It ’ s as simple as clicking on a meeting request in an email to carry out a virtual appointment from the comfort of the patients ’ home . “ You can get access to a member of your care team including doctors and nurses ,” Jones explains .
EMPOWERING CARE TEAMS
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DECEMBER 2018