AJ Missaghi Chief Technology Officer — Healthcare & Life Sciences (APJ) Dell Technologies
Virtual Health
The healthcare industry is constantly evolving and changing, which means that the way that care is delivered to patients is also changing. One of the latest trends in healthcare is virtual care, which is a way of providing care to patients that isn`t always taking place inside a medical office. Virtual care is a rapidly growing trend in the healthcare space today because technology has made it easier than ever to offer remote care services to many patients in different areas of the country. Here are some of the ways that we are leveraging technology to revolutionize the healthcare industry with virtual care.
Healthcare Technology Is Changing The Way That We Deliver Care To Patients
One of the biggest ways that technology is changing the way that we deliver care to patients is through telemedicine. Telemedicine is the use of technology to deliver healthcare services such as treatment or diagnosis to patients without having to see the patient in person. Telemedicine uses videoconferencing and other technological tools to bridge the distance between patients and healthcare providers. There are many reasons why telemedicine is becoming more popular in the healthcare space. For example, it can allow a patient to receive medical care from a specialist in a location where they otherwise would not have access to that kind of specialist. In some cases, it can be less expensive to provide telemedicine services than it would be for the patient to travel to an office or clinic to receive in-person care. These are just a few of the reasons why telemedicine has become such a big trend in the healthcare industry in recent years.
How Telemedicine Can Help Reduce Cost In The Healthcare Industry
Another way that technology is being used to transform the healthcare industry is through remote patient monitoring (RPM) devices. Remote patient monitoring devices are small devices that attach to a monitor that is placed in your home and are used to track vital signs and track your health while you are home instead of at the hospital or medical clinic. These devices are used to collect and transmit data to a secure server where the data can be accessed at any time by healthcare professionals. This technology has the potential to provide patients with greater access to care than ever before while also reducing the need for them to visit the hospital so often. When used properly, RPM devices can help reduce the cost of providing care by giving patients the ability to stay in their homes when they are sick or recovering from surgery and allowing them to receive the support they need without having to visit the emergency room every time they have a medical issue.
One of the big advantages of telemedicine is that it allows patients to access healthcare without having to travel to receive care from a healthcare provider. This is especially important for patients who live in remote areas where they do not have easy access to healthcare facilities. With telehealth, these patients can still have access to medical professionals without having to drive long distances to see a doctor. Telehealth also allows healthcare providers to provide services to a larger patient population than they would be able to serve with an in-person office visit. For example, a team of doctors at a medical center may have the option of seeing multiple patients at the same time through the use of telehealth. This provides them with the opportunity to provide a greater level of service than they would if they were only able to see one patient at a time. In addition, telehealth can be used to provide follow-up care for patients who have been discharged from a hospital or other medical facility and need to schedule appointments with a primary care physician for further treatment. Through the use of a remote patient monitoring system, the patient is able to check in with the nurse practitioner who is administering their medication remotely to ensure they are taking the medication as prescribed and to monitor any symptoms they may be experiencing at home. As the use of virtual care technologies continues to grow, it is important that these technologies are used safely and effectively. Although there is currently no standard of care in place to ensure that remote patient monitoring devices are safe and effective, the FDA and other government agencies are working to develop guidelines for this type of technology. In the meantime, it is important to understand that these devices are not currently FDA approved for remote patient monitoring and may not be appropriate for all patients. It is also important to verify that the medical device manufacturer of the remote monitoring device follows applicable safety standards. These standards help ensure that the device is being manufactured according to appropriate guidelines. When using a remote patient monitoring system, it is essential that the device you are using is appropriate for your type of medical condition and that the healthcare provider who will be using it is properly qualified and trained to do so. This is to ensure that the device is being used correctly and that it is providing reliable results that can be used by your healthcare provider to evaluate your health and provide you with the best possible care.
Technology plays an important role in enabling healthcare providers to deliver high-quality care to their patients regardless of where that care takes place. Advances in telemedicine have made this possible by providing healthcare professionals with new ways to engage with their patients. As a result, providers are now able to offer their patients access to specialized care that may not be available to them otherwise. In some cases, it is possible to provide patients with better quality of care by connecting them directly to a specialist who can provide expert medical advice in real time.
To find out more on how Dell is helping organizations with Virtual Care capabilities go to Healthcare IT Solutions & Transformation | Dell Technologies Australia
