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Jonathan L Schaffer1, Peter A Rasmussen2, Matthew R Faiman3
1Digital Health, Information Technology Division, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Joint Replacement and Adult Reconstruction, Orthopaedic and Rheumatologic Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH.
Abstract:
Removing the geographic barriers to health care and extending care to the home has been the goal of the health-care system for decades as the introduction of new information technology capabilities has driven operational efficiencies in our daily lives. Patient demand for convenience and access continues to surge as these technologies are used for their personal lives. Coupled with the need to lower our health-care cost structure, distance health technologies are emerging as a care facilitator for our arthroplasty patients. A critical aspect of introducing distance health technologies is the requirement to define the entire episode of care. Once defined, metrics to assess success can be measured, and clinical and technical outcomes can be determined. Distance health technologies are emerging in the management of the arthroplasty episode of care through the preponderance of connectivity coupled with the adoption of mobile technologies, ushering in a new era of improved efficiency, efficacy, satisfaction, and outcomes while providing greater value for our patients.
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