Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Hanif Chatur
Key Takeaways
- Revolutionary Transition: Prickless blood sugar monitors, or Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs), offer a transformative approach to diabetes management, eliminating the need for routine finger pricks and providing continuous monitoring of glucose levels.
- Advantages Over Traditional Methods: CGMs provide real-time graphs of glucose trends, reduce daily discomfort, simplify diabetes kits, and come equipped with alarms for glucose level extremes, offering a more comprehensive and convenient monitoring system.
- Considerations for Adoption: While these devices offer significant advancements, potential users should be aware of concerns like occasional accuracy discrepancies, the cost of high-quality CGMs, and regular sensor maintenance.
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The Telehealth Revolution
What if I told you that there exists a world where you “arrive” at your 15-minute doctor’s appointment the moment you set out for it? What if that world is in the palm of your hand? What if it’s not happening on a Hollywood sound stage but in your own home? Don’t believe me, do you? Well, fasten your seatbelts, because I’m about to take you on a trip from which you won’t want to return.
Welcome to Telehealth
Welcome to Dreamland’! the “Engineer” had said at the start of Miss Saigon. A magical world where everyone gets their wish. And just like that, we say: Welcome to Telehealth, where you can expect to receive any and every advice you wish for. Ever heard the phrase, “There’s an app for that”? Well, Telehealth pretty much encapsulates that for the medical field. It’s the one stop shop to access health care services remotely using digital information and communication technologies like computers and mobile devices.. But what does this mean for us and the broader medical landscape? As you zip along on Telehealth infobahn, keep your eyes peeled, or you might miss one of our many exciting services.
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)
RPM is the golden child of Telehealth. But what is it exactly? Think of it as your medical guardian angel (in the form of technology), monitoring your health and sending the data directly to your healthcare provider so they’re able to advise care as and when a medical event occurs and not much later.
Benefits of RPM
No more unnecessary trips to the doctor, no more feelings of anxiety as you’re left in the dark about your own health. RPM promotes real-time monitoring, immediate feedback, and more personalized care. On top of that, it’s a lifesaver for chronic disease management.
Virtual Consultations
Virtual consultations are the Zoom meetings of the healthcare world.
When to use virtual consultations?
Got a rash? Need a second opinion? Or just general advice? Hop onto a virtual consultation. It’s convenient, efficient, and minimizes exposure to illnesses.
Mental Health Therapy Online
In the crowded and busy digital age, taking care of one’s mind is paramount.
Importance in today’s context
Online therapy platforms have become increasingly popular, especially with the rise of mental health awareness. They offer a safe, comfortable, and private avenue for those seeking help.
Post-Operative Care and Follow-Up
Ever had surgery and dreaded those post-op check-ups?
Enhancing patient recovery
Telehealth eliminates the need for frequent hospital trips, allowing patients to recover in the comfort of their homes while still being closely monitored.
Prescription Renewals
Tired of those pharmacy queues?
Convenience and timeliness
Get your prescriptions renewed online and have them delivered to your doorstep!
Digital Health Education and Training
Learning about health has never been easier.
Bridging knowledge gaps
From patients to professionals, digital health education platforms are making medical knowledge more accessible and digestible.
How Telehealth is Reshaping Medicine
Telehealth is not just a buzzword; it’s the future. With each use case, we’re witnessing a paradigm shift in how healthcare is delivered and perceived.
Benefits of Telehealth
Increasing Accessibility – Reach patients in remote areas, ensuring everyone has access to quality care.
Cost Efficiency – Say goodbye to those hefty medical bills. Telehealth can significantly reduce costs for both providers and patients.
Reducing Hospital Readmissions – With effective follow-up and monitoring, patients can avoid unnecessary hospital visits.
Boosting Patient Engagement – Empower patients with knowledge and control over their own health.
Conclusion
The Telehealth wave is here, and it’s revolutionizing the medical world. From enhancing patient care to boosting accessibility, its impact is profound. So, next time you’re dreading that doctor’s visit, remember there just might be an app for that. Welcome to Dreamland!!
MarkiTech has various subsidiaries with products and services targeted towards digital healthcare, telehealth/telemedicine, and a virtual clinic with a laser focus on helping seniors age in place and help their caregivers.
Sensights.ai is a company focused on remote patient monitoring and aging solutions, which utilizes artificial intelligence to track patient’s health and keep a round-the-clock connection between caregivers and patients.
Veyetals also uses rPPG and AI modeling algorithms to measure vitals anytime, anywhere to capture the light reflected by the blood vessels under a patient’s skin.
Lastly, we have now launched our latest Mental Health AI Scribe tool called CliniScripts.com.
