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Build your own all-virtual multidisciplinary kidney stone clinic
Michael Lin-Brande1, Celia Janoff1, Tyler Chase2
1Department of Urology, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, USA.
Translational Andrology and Urology
|November 7, 2024
Summary
A virtual kidney stone clinic was developed and assessed for patient satisfaction. The study found high patient comfort and preference for virtual visits, highlighting improved timeliness and scheduling ease.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Urology
- Digital Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of telemedicine.
- There is a growing need for accessible and efficient patient care models.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a virtual multidisciplinary kidney stone clinic.
- To evaluate patient satisfaction with this telemedicine approach.
Main Methods:
- A virtual clinic was implemented with urology, nephrology, and dietitian teams.
- Patients participated in virtual consultations and completed satisfaction surveys using a 5-point Likert scale.
Main Results:
- High patient comfort (74%) and preference (70%) for the virtual platform were reported.
- Key advantages included improved timeliness and ease of scheduling.
- The primary concern was the lack of in-person interaction (average score 2.3).
Conclusions:
- Virtual multidisciplinary kidney stone clinics can be successfully implemented.
- This model offers high patient satisfaction and overcomes logistical challenges.
- Disadvantages of the virtual platform are minimal.
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