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swyMed Telehealth Solution for Rural Georgia Gains National Attention

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A recent article highlighted the collaboration between Emory University’s PAVES program, DT Research, and swyMed to expand Emergency Medical Service (EMS) capabilities in Rural Georgia in order to improve access to healthcare. By using these technologies, Washington County Regional Medical Center (WCRMC) connects ambulance personnel with remote physicians and specialists in real-time video medicine consultations, enabling faster patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment during transport to the most appropriate care setting rather than waiting until arrival at the closest Emergency Department, which may not have the best tools and resources available for that patient’s particular situation. As a result, WCRMC has documented significantly reduced time-to-care, improved triage, and more efficient use of physician resources, leading to enhanced overall patient care without increasing the workload of EMS staff. 

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Demonstration of PAVES telemedicine powered by swyMed

See swyMed in Action at Emory University

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“Seeing is believing,” as the saying goes. EMS1 recently published an article describing excellent examples of how swyMed is being used in real-life situations in Georgia. In this blog post, we look at one of those cases: Emory University and how they are applying our patented technology in two fields, emergency services in rural areas and emergency disaster response. A key component to the success of these programs is swyMed’s unparalleled ability to maintain a reliable internet connection, even in poor network conditions.

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Telemedicine case study: Logitech and swyMed working together

Logitech Publishes Telemedicine Case Study Describing Work with swyMed

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In order to be most effective and efficient, healthcare providers using telemedicine video visits depend on having the right software and hardware for the situation at hand. For instance, swyMed addresses the software needs neatly and thoroughly. However, a key part of video visits is images; the provider needs to see the patient closely, accurately, and with defined details. With this additional information, the provider can make a more accurate evaluation and diagnosis. swyMed has already proven our dependability in challenging network environments, but we also wanted to present providers with the most precise high-definition (HD) images possible to aid them in assessing patients. Read more

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Telehealth for Astronauts: Unearthing Deadly Risks

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When we think of telemedicine sessions, most of us probably picture consultations that take no longer than a typical appointment; once a treatment plan is agreed upon, only brief follow-up telemedicine visits remain. But what if the patient isn’t on earth? As reported by Forbes, in the longest telemedicine consultation on record, a U.S. astronaut has been successfully treated for a potentially fatal condition while living on the International Space Station (ISS). Read more

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Hospitalizations Drop with SNF Telemedicine

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Previously, we’ve discussed the pending Reducing Unnecessary Senior Hospitalizations Act of 2018 (RUSH Act) and the potential impact it could have by allowing Medicare to participate in SNF telemedicine (skilled nursing facilities) to keep residents healthier and reduce hospital admissions. However, some facilities aren’t waiting for the bill to pass; they’re charging ahead with SNF telemedicine services, and they’re already seeing results. Read more

Microsoft & SwyMed improve health outcomes by connecting remote patients with specialists

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Since its beginning in 2013, Lexington, Massachusetts–based swyMed has been working to expand telemedicine care to places where it was previously unavailable. Its commitment to creating reliable and easy-to-use solutions has made swyMed a leader in the mobile video-based healthcare industry. When swyMed CEO Stefano Migliorisi needed a highly capable yet lightweight device for the swyMed digitally enabled telemedicine backpack, he turned to Microsoft Surface Pro. The success stories and physician feedback he hears validate that choice.

Click the button below to read the full customer case study from Microsoft and learn how swyMed is working with Microsoft to improve health outcomes by connecting remote patients with specialists.

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Innovative Ways to Overcome Rural Health Care Challenges

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A new report by The Commonwealth Fund showcases several representative solutions implemented by organizations to meet the challenges of rural health care. While Americans living in these underserved areas have a higher poverty rate, a higher incidence of illness, a lower life expectancy than their urban counterparts, and less access to health insurance and physicians, the innovation of rural health care facilities suggests that with enough time and creativity, the difference between rural and urban health care and outcomes can be significantly reduced. Below are some of the problems and approaches described in the report. Read more

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mHealth and Being On-Call Go Hand in Hand

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When you think of telemedicine, what comes to mind—a doctor performing a video consult on a computer screen, perhaps? That’s certainly part of telemedicine, but thanks to mobile technology and software with low bandwidth requirements, physicians can now connect with their clinics and patients from nearly anywhere. Read more

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Astia Health Brings Medical Care To You

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Remember when doctors used to make house calls routinely? The days of personalized, in-home medical care are returning, but with a twist. Thanks to video medicine technology, Wisconsin company Astia Health can connect you with a physician, no matter where you are, and deliver treatment to your doorstep. Read more