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addressing many of these issues. At the very least it can take the pressure off
clinician costs and capacity challenges, this way practitioners can help more
people at the same time. Virtual health is also widely accessible, for example
your physiotherapist can create a personalized program and monitor
performance via something as simple as FaceTime or Skype. By offering this
support, patients are more open to following an at-home exercise program
and stick to it. In an easy-to-access way the patient becomes more informed,
motivated and at the same time empowered.
Patients are as well becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of virtual
health. According to a survey conducted by global company Deloitte, 74% of
U.S. patients would use telehealth services, 76% place at the very top of
their priorities having human contact with their health care provider and an
amazing 70% feel comfortable using technology to communicate with them.
In another study, over 300 clinical and IT professionals involved in telehealth
investments and practices in the U.S. and Canada were surveyed. Results
revealed that virtual health is one of the top four priorities of healthcare
providers and they also reported amazing results: patient outcome
improvement and timely delivery of care, and higher patient satisfaction.
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