Monthly Archives: July 2018

The Value of Virtual Care Use in Pediatrics

The C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health conducted a study with adults to identify health topics that are a “big problem” for children and teens.  Key topics include parents’ concerns over their kids’ future, safety and long-term health. … Read More

Skin Cancer Awareness and The Role of Virtual Care

July is Skin Cancer Awareness month.  According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), Skin Cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States.  However, early detection can help doctors and patients treat skin cancer effectively. The ACS … Read More

The Value of Virtual Care in Addressing Referral Leakage

Hospitals and health systems are interested in securing and growing volumes in order to build their brand, their community reputation, and revenue.  Referral leakage is a key concern as it can impact a healthcare organization’s goals; keeping patients within a … Read More

How Virtual Care Supports Access to Convenient Eye Care

When the lack of access to quality health care among populations is discussed, eye care is typically overlooked in the discussion.  However, according to statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a large group of Americans have … Read More

Emergent Care for Health Systems

How to Measure the ROI (Return on Impact)

How Virtual Care Supports the Shift to Value Based Care

Business Viewpoint with J. David Thompson: Innovation and high-touch care to change the health of Oklahomans