Remote patient monitoring is the use of computerized technology via software platforms such as VOLA to monitor and report health information from patients to primary care physicians or other healthcare professionals for treatment and, if needed, prescriptions. The ability to keep up with patients’ health has drastically increased due to the technology that makes staying in touch with one’s patients more convenient than ever. Physicians used to be able to see a patient’s entire health history by way of dictation; today, a patient’s entire history can be accessed by accessing software solutions, some even using voice recognition software. These software platforms work by connecting patients, providers, laboratories through a software solution and the internet then provide the information needed by physicians for diagnosis and treatment. The added benefit of these software platforms is their ability to combine these tools with voice recognition software to allow physicians to access patients’ records via telephone or virtual appointments. This means that primary care physicians no longer have to step into the office and access patients’ records by hand.

Telemedicine is a buzzword among medical professionals as it enables collaboration between physicians and clinical staff. In telemedicine, physicians can access patients’ records via telephone from any location around the globe. The use of such a platform allows physicians to work with their clinical staff in different places while still maintaining contact with patients. This telecommunication system is an important part of the current trend in telemedicine and it enables physicians to collaborate with their clinical staff.

The trend of telemedicine has reached into other areas of medicine too. A recent study showed that patients living in rural and remote locations were effectively monitored by their doctors for coronavirus. Telemedicine applications are also helping healthcare workers with chronic conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Healthcare workers are now able to provide timely treatment to these patients. There was a 50% decrease in the time it takes for patients to be properly diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to the recent study. Telemedicine can improve the quality of life for patients who suffer from chronic conditions.

Remote patient monitoring offers multiple benefits to healthcare providers. Patients can be monitored anytime they wish to minimize the stress of travel and long-distance hospital stays. The healthcare provider can also view all the health data gathered from remote patient monitoring systems via an internet connection. Physiologic data and vital sign data can also be shared via email. Thus, healthcare workers can monitor their patients’ health conditions at their own convenience and from any location.

The main advantage of remote patient monitoring is its ease of use. All that the clinician needs is a laptop with internet access and a telephone line. All the required software is installed on the laptop and communication between the clinician and the patient can be done via the telephone. The advantages of this technology are not limited to physicians only. Managers and other employees involved in the healthcare setting can also make use of these devices to better manage their health care responsibilities. Thus, a patient may be able to receive timely attention and maximum treatment.

As more healthcare professionals and clinics use computers to manage their patients’ health, more facilities are opening up in clinics where people can come to have blood glucose monitoring or undergo other important procedures via the computer. The software makes it convenient for patients and doctors alike to share information about their health. Remote patient monitoring devices are available in different models designed to meet different patient needs. They include IntelliSense technology that helps prevent mistakes from being made when the software determines the right medication dosage. Other features include alerts that prompt patients if there is an irregularity in the delivery of medication, as well as providing patients with detailed reports on their overall health condition.


About VOLA

Our mission is to support the rapidly growing digital transformation of the healthcare industry. We do this by equipping medical offices and telehealth providers with customizable and affordable technology. One of our key differentiators is our ability to connect laboratory tests into the workflow of telehealth services. Additionally, we have a dedicated SaaS product line to support laboratories and laboratory marketing organizations.

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