For millions of Americans living in rural and underserved communities, getting timely neurologic care can feel impossible. According to the American Academy of Neurology, the U.S. will see a 19% shortfall in neurologists in the coming year. Meanwhile, more than 40% of the world population lives with a neurological disorder, and a large portion of…
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In healthcare, patient transfers between facilities pose a substantial financial challenge. Often necessary for specialized care, these transfers involve significant logistical and monetary resources, not to mention high risks with patient care. In response, telemedicine has emerged as a promising solution. The Current State of Patient Transfers Patient transfers typically occur when a patient’s needs…
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Telemedicine’s Rapid Rise: What’s Powering Growth—and What’s Holding It Back At the end of 2024, the telemedicine landscape hit an annual growth rate of 16.2%, and its market in the U.S. matches projections, potentially reaching $160.45 billion by 2034. Many factors fuel this surge, but a handful of new technological advancements, such as machine learning…
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Hospitals today are navigating a perfect storm: physician shortages, patient surges and growing demands for specialized care. One solution, however, is quietly redefining how hospitals operate and how patients receive care, regardless of location or size: the Tele-Hospitalist program. Recently, a panel of three physician leaders from Eagle Telemedicine shared their frontline experiences and lessons…
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Did you know that strokes are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide? Globally, 1 in 4 adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. Half of these patients will face severe challenges such as impaired mobility, speech and cognition. These issues can lead to significant financial and care…
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This is the tenth and final blog in our 10-part series that covers key strategies to solidify telemedicine as a key pillar of the healthcare delivery system. Our previous blog on strengthening crisis response and preparedness through telemedicine is available here. As telemedicine continues to evolve as a fundamental component of healthcare, driving public awareness…
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This is the ninth blog in our 10-part series that covers key strategies to solidify telemedicine as a key pillar of the healthcare delivery system. Our previous blog on addressing regulatory barriers in telemedicine is available here. Telemedicine has proven to be an invaluable tool in crisis response and preparedness, providing rapid, scalable care during…
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This is the eighth blog in our 10-part series that covers key strategies to solidify telemedicine as a key pillar of the healthcare delivery system. Our previous blog on promoting patient-centered innovation through telemedicine is available here. Navigating regulatory barriers is crucial for the expansion and integration of telemedicine into mainstream healthcare. These barriers often…
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This is the seventh blog in our 10-part series that covers key strategies to solidify telemedicine as a key pillar of the healthcare delivery system. Our previous blog on building strong provider partnerships through telemedicine is available here. Patient-centered innovation is at the heart of advancing telemedicine. By focusing on the patient’s needs and experiences,…
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This is the sixth blog in our 10-part series that covers key strategies to solidify telemedicine as a key pillar of the healthcare delivery system. Our previous blog on expanding specialty care through telemedicine is available here. To maximize the impact of telemedicine, integrating it seamlessly with traditional healthcare services is crucial. Strong provider partnerships…
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