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In a recent article by News-Medical, the shift of NPs and PAs from primary care to specialty medicine is highlighted. This trend poses challenges for primary care practices already burdened with high patient demand. As PAs and NPs pursue specialties, the gap in primary care grows, stressing the need for innovative solutions. By expanding telehealth services, we can enhance access to primary care, streamline workflows, and ensure patients receive timely attention. Embracing telehealth not only addresses the immediate demand but also aligns with the future of healthcare delivery. Read more about the shift in healthcare dynamics and the potential of telehealth here: https://lnkd.in/e_JCuRCz) #Telehealth #PrimaryCare #HealthcareInnovation #NursePractitioners #HealthcareAccess #physicianassociates #physicianassistants PAs in Virtual Medicine & Telemedicine (PAVMT)

PocketRN is proud to share that the findings of our clinical study, in conjunction with Stanford Health Care, have been published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research. Titled "A Nurse-Led Care Delivery App and Telehealth System for Patients Requiring Wound Care: Mixed Methods Implementation and Evaluation Study," Samuel Thomas, MD, MSc, our chief medical officer, and Mirini Kim DNP, RN, CPNP-PC, our head of nursing, are co-authors of this paper. During the study, Stanford nurses used the PocketRN virtual nursing platform and novel care delivery model to manage a variety of after-hour patient visits via video chat. These visits included patient-initiated visits to address questions, proactive check-ins to monitor patients and promote care plan adherence, and 48-hour post-op visits to reinforce education and ensure patients were recovering. The study was implemented in both the Advanced Wound Care Center and Vascular Clinic. The study aimed to demonstrate safety, quality, feasibility, and positive provider and patient experience while reducing the administrative burden on in-person staff, integrating with existing clinic workflows, and giving patients access to additional resources and support. The study has shown that PocketRN's novel care delivery model has tremendous benefits for patients, caregivers, nurses, and specialty providers: • 98% patient and nurse satisfaction • 20 vs 5 average minutes spent with patient (on PocketRN vs. clinic phone line) • 85% of visits were from patients proactively managing their care • 30% of patients avoided ED visits Read the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/g2pz7hfV

📣 New Research: Impact of leveraging AUGi's Advanced Hybrid Sensing Technology to reduce patient falls. Dive into this recent study outlining how Valley Health System deployed Inspiren’s AUGi to enhance patient outcomes such as reducing inpatient falls, increasing safety protocol compliance, and enhancing the nursing workflow. Read the full research here: https://lnkd.in/e6V6VAdD We're excited to share this in-depth look at the impact AUGi had on optimizing workforce efficiency in the face of considerable challenges stemming from the pandemic, including shortages of nursing staff and declining patient safety. #HealthcareInnovation #PatientSafety #AIinHealthcare #InnovationSuccess #HealthTech #WorkforceChallenges #NursingShortage #Research #JournalofInformaticsNursing American Nursing Informatics Association

With Dozee Pro EX, healthcare providers can now seamlessly and continuously monitor patients in bed, ambulatory patients within the hospital premises, or patients at home through a Central Command Centre and mobile apps for doctors and nurses. Read the full article on ETHealthWorld (The Economic Times) here: https://lnkd.in/gAzWzQbY #ProductLaunch #Healthcare #PatientSafety #MedicalDevices #RemotePatientMonitoring #DigitalTransformation #HealthTech #HealthNews #TechAlert #Technology #AIinHealthcare #FutureofHealthcare #HealthcareTrends #AI #Innovation #HarBedDozeeBed

THIS IS GOOD. We are in a transitional era of healthcare as our traditional delivery models have been upended by provider shortages, increased healthcare complexity, and technology. As the healthcare system continues to evolve, we are evaluating what tasks should be allocated to which profession. To have an efficient healthcare system, no task should be limited to only one professional group simply due to a "first in" position of authority. Surgeons originally fell outside the medical profession, most surgeons were barbers until the professions split in the 18th century. Osteopathic physicians were not recognized as full and active members of the American Medical Association until 1969. The growth of PAs and NPs is not a threat to physicians or the medical establishment, rather another evolution in our constantly changing healthcare landscape. PAs and NPs are valuable members of the healthcare team who should have the autonomy to practice at the top of their scope and license. Practice autonomy does not mean that PAs and NPs have unlimited scope of practice, these are two separate arguments. The role of PAs and NPs is here to stay and will only continue to grow. Lets focus our future discussions on how to best deploy these professions to maximize outcomes and efficiency instead of arguments that amount to professional gatekeeping. #HealthcareEvolution #MedicalProfessions #HealthcareTransition #HealthcareTechnology #HealthcareInnovation #ProviderShortages #MedicalHistory #ScopeOfPractice #ProfessionalEvolution #HealthcareTeam #PhysicianAssistant #NursePractitioner #MedicalCollaboration #HealthcareAutonomy #MaximizingOutcomes #EfficiencyInHealthcare #HealthcareDiscussion #MedicalGatekeeping #FutureofHealthcare

Healthcare providers have the power to reshape the landscape of healthcare. Let's be the ones to make the changes and make it better for our patients. By taking control of insurance companies, we can curb costs and prioritize the best and most economical care for those we serve. Together, we can create a brighter future for healthcare. #Healthcare #PatientCare #CostControl #BetterFuture

At Theoria Medical, we understand value-based care is not just a trend but the future for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). Discover why this shift is essential to the future of post-acute and long-term care, and explore how Theoria Medical brings advantages to the table. https://lnkd.in/ggGSfqMp In alignment with our value-based care initiatives, discover how our groundbreaking collaboration is reshaping post-acute care and optimizing outcomes for Skilled Nursing Facilities. https://lnkd.in/gcnEQnRt hashtag #ValueBasedCare hashtag #VBC hashtag #HealthcareInnovation hashtag #ACO hashtag #TheoriaMedical hashtag #QualityCare hashtag #PrimaryCare hashtag #PrimaryCareProvider hashtag #Physician hashtag #SNFIST Activate to view larger image,

If Telehealth is not good enough, maybe a hologram will improve the patient experience? Nah. Nevermind. Innovation is more than just doing the same thing different. I love technology, and holograms are cool, but I can’t take myself seriously when sitting in a shoe box. Too many Star Wars flashbacks. “The emperor will see you now, young Jedi.” Besides, a hologram means I have to worry if my socks match. If you can’t see the sincerity in my eyes, or understand the words coming out of my mouth, then whatever is going on below my neck is hardly going to impact your care. This just goes to show that as long as there’s money in the healthcare bucket, there’s a tech company somewhere claiming innovation as they grab it. While we are talking about magic tricks, can someone please explain a few mysteries to me … When did “physicians” become “providers”? “Hospitals” become “providers”? “Everyone in healthcare” become “providers”? “Nurses” become “Care Coordinators”? “Labs” become “Bio-Markers”? “Insurance” become “your deductible”? Innovation is more than doing the same thing different. But apparently changing what we call something makes it cost more. #healthcare #telehealth #physicians #nurses #healthcarecost #innovation

AMIA survey: Documentation burden is impacting patient care - Healthcare IT news Title: AMIA Survey on Documentation Burden Impacting Patient Care #AMIA Survey Findings A recent survey conducted by AMIA revealed the significant impact of documentation burden on patient care in healthcare settings. #Key Challenges Identified The survey highlighted key challenges faced by healthcare professionals due to documentation burden, including time constraints and reduced quality of patient interactions. #Physician Burnout Physician burnout was found to be a direct result of excessive documentation requirements, leading to decreased job satisfaction and potential errors in patient care. #EHR Usability The usability of Electronic Health Records (EHR) was identified as a major factor contributing to documentation burden, with many healthcare professionals struggling to navigate complex systems. #Patient Safety Concerns Documentation burden ai.mediformatica.com #health #healthcare #documentation #patientcare #this #nurses #survey #news #physicians #report #clinical #clinicaldocumentation #digitalhealth #healthit #healthtech #healthcaretechnology @MediFormatica (https://buff.ly/3Kv6V0N)

In critical care, time is of the essence – but there’s always a lack of it. Shez Partovi outlines how we can help clinicians and nurses turn data overload into actionable insights in the moments that matter: https://lnkd.in/dQmPaadN #Healthcare #Informatics #HIMSS24 #DigitalTransformation