The big winner in the rise of telemedicine is the patient.
Many companies offer to connect patients to doctors via video calls.
As these devices become more accessible, patient treatment can begin immediately before the patient even gets off the phone, resulting in better outcomes for the patient and the healthcare.
The healthcare industry is starting to leverage the data patients already get from personal FitBits, Apple Health, and other consumer health tracking systems.
By creating a normalized set of patient and care data and by integrating these connected devices, tele-health providers can both lower the cost of care and improve overall patient outcomes.
First Opinion bills itself as being in the “Relationship business,” and its doctors are supposed to stay in touch with patients past the initial contact until they are sure the issue is resolved.
Finally, integration with the patient’s existing set of healthcare providers, including specialists, pharmacies and even family caregivers will be essential.
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