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Deep dive: Exploring one of the most advanced telemedicine programs in the U.S.

Healthcare It News

Waller, RN, says she and her team were well invested in telemedicine way before COVID-19 – and have not yet paused their journey to improve access to highly sought-after medical professionals via virtual care technology. You describe your telemedicine program as mature if not advanced.

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Telehealth, physical therapy and the pandemic: Lessons for all

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For vulnerable patient populations – and for those who just prefer the convenience of care at home – telemedicine has been a success. For example, the precise movements and exercises involved in physical therapy rehab are hard for a patient to accomplish remotely. But it still has its limitations.

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Telemedicine boosts access, decreases inequities in Montana

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In the telemedicine work of the University of Montana College of Health in Missoula, services would be provided through a centralized hub at the university with synchronous and asynchronous telehealth services provided to rural and tribal communities in partnership with clinics, hospitals and pharmacies across the state. " PROPOSAL.

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Vori Health increases access to virtual orthopedic care

Healthcare It News

WHY IT MATTERS By partnering with Trustmark, Vori Health will offer members of small business group plans physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical therapy, prescriptions, imaging and lab ordering, health coaching, nutritional guidance, community support, and more, the telehealth company said Thursday in an announcement.

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AI-powered telehealth improves PT care at Essen Health Care

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Essen Health Care, a medical group in New York City, has a Center of Excellence for Pain with physical therapy, pain specialists, neurology and orthopedic specialists. It serves patients with acute and chronic issues in need of physical therapy. Patients who need physical therapy are referred to an Essen PT center.

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Electronic Caregiver launches customizable, animated RPM

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For patients with complex medication regimens, regular physical therapy or daily vitals monitoring programs, a 3D virtual care assistant can offer on-demand healthcare services. The new approach to remote patient monitoring could be a big help for seniors aging in place. WHY IT MATTER S.

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3 Ways to Get Started With AR and VR Technology in Healthcare

HIT Consultant

Already, the integration of data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, telemedicine, and interoperability have begun to shift how healthcare is delivered; away from care that’s centered around disease management and toward care that’s more holistic, personalized, and patient-centric.