5 Technologies That Are Changing the Doctor-Patient Relationship
Medical advancements and technological innovations may influence the relationship between doctors and their patients.
but how?
INTERNETTHE1
Provides easy access to medical and health information Effects frequency & quality of
patient-doctor interactions Pros: Patients can educate
themselves Cons: Could lead to
dangerous misdiagnosis and delay treatment of medical needs
ELECTRONIC DEVICESMOBILE2
Physicians can be mobile and still access information through an EMR portal, including: Test Results X-Rays EKG Strips Communicate with
hospital nurses or office staff
MEDICAL RECORDSELECTRONIC3
The majority of healthcare organizations use electronic medical records to document patient information and interactions Pros
Replace Paper Reduce Clutter Improve Patient Care
and Safety
@mac_users_guide on flickr
PORTALSPATIENT4
Web-based portals (physical therapy documentation software) allow patients to access personal health information, including: Test Results Previous Records
Patients are more educated and better prepared
Improves communication between patient and doctor
HEALTHTELE-5
License: https://flic.kr/p/fK14xr
In some areas, it’s possible to have a complete physician visit and exam through a teleconference through the use of Audio Video Digital Stethoscope
Connects specialty physicians with small hospitals
Recommended
