Officials unveil a digital tool that’s set to help keep surgical patients connected to their health care providers from home.
The Regional Health Sciences Centre is the first in Northwestern Ontario to offer the patient engagement tool which provides an interactive, step-by-step guide to help patients prepare for their procedure and recover faster afterwards.
The patient or their caregiver can access the tool on any wi-fi connected smartphone, tablet or computer.
“Engaging and monitoring patients remotely allows us to deliver safer perioperative care during the COVID-19 pandemic – regardless of where patients live,” says Caroline Fanti, Director, Regional Surgical Services at TBRHSC. “Smart health technology aligns well with our mission to deliver a quality patient experience that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario.”
Since launching in November, reports indicate over 170 patients have benefited from using the tool, with 91% of those surveyed recommending their experience to others, and 87.5% saying the program helps them feel less anxious before surgery.
