When it comes to the leading causes of death in the US, heart disease is always near the top, which is why cardiac health is always top of mind for health professionals. The ultimate goal for any hospital CEO or…
There are an estimated 50,000 patients awaiting heart transplantation, with an average of only 5,000 transplants taking place each year. As a result, OPOs are under significant pressure to increase the amount of donor hearts available. This makes the assessment…
Telehealth organizations such as Specialist Direct offer solutions that expedite the allocation of organs for Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) and transplant centers. Real-time services facilitate a reduction in organ discard by providing timely testing to improve diagnostic study interpretations to…
The Main Challenge for Organ Transplants The National Organ Transplant Act (NOTA) of 1984 set the stage for the current organ procurement process. Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs), as well as their oversight network, the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN),…
Telehealth solutions have been used in many specialties to help decrease risk and reduce disparities in the quality of medical care across the U.S. Utilization of telehealth solutions by OPOs, however, can significantly expedite the organ assessment, and transportation process…
Healthcare is constantly advancing with innovative technology that impacts the effectiveness of patient outcomes. Telecardiology is an excellent example of an existing tool that has revolutionized patient care. Cardiology patients no longer depend on in-person visits to receive effective care….
Telecardiology is a form of telehealth providing remote diagnosis and treatment of heart disorders. Doctors can conduct tests, share data, and track patient heart conditions with the assistance of telecardiology services. Patients’ symptoms can be tracked, and ongoing care and…
Remote technology and its perks have been around for a while now. However, we’ve only recently come to appreciate its full potential. It’s provided us with convenience and kept us sane and safe. Remote diagnosis, in particular, has been beneficial….
Although telecardiology is not new, the concept is continuously evolving. Healthcare has advanced so much that patients can receive cardiology-related assistance from remote locations. Enjoined with telehealth, having to visit an office for certain procedures is in the past. These…
Specialized diagnostic evaluation and treatment can save lives and improve quality of life for patients struggling with cardiovascular diseases and disorders, but only if the necessary cardiology expertise is made readily available to those patients wherever they happen to live…