During the pandemic, hospitals became acutely aware of the need and advantages of telemedicine Infectious Disease (ID) to support care for patients with COVID-19, especially those patients with complicated cases. But, hospitals have long needed ID specialists to manage aging and chronically ill patients with a variety of infectious diagnoses, including more rare infections.

For small community and rural hospitals, as well as suburban and inner city facilities, having an telemedicine infectious disease specialist on staff is not always possible. Eagle’s Tele-ID specialists are ready to support these hospitals, available for consult at a moment’s notice – ensuring fast, accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment, and preventing the need for transfer to a tertiary care center often a considerable distance away.

Coronavirus
Coronavirus

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C often progresses with no symptoms. People living with this infection typically use the healthcare system disproportionately for treatment of comorbidities — a significant financial burden on the healthcare system. The good news is patients with access to Eagle’s Tele-ID specialists can be diagnosed, treated and monitored, ensuring they get the most optimal outcomes.
Staph Infection
Staph Infection

Foodborne illness

Foodborne illness can be caused by over 250 viruses, bacteria, and parasites, making diagnosis a greater challenge. These have also led to foodborne illness outbreaks. A seasoned tele-ID specialist will know immediately the diagnostics to quickly discern the pathogen and guide the on-site team in treatment protocols to control the illness, reduce hospitalization and improve outcome.
Tickborne Diseases
Tickborne Diseases

Pneumonia

Pneumonia is one of the most common infections in elderly patients. Diagnosis may be difficult, due to pre-existing cardiopulmonary disease that mimics pneumonia but Eagle’s Tele-ID providers have the expertise required to diagnose this condition as well as determine next steps in the patient’s care plan.
Influenza
Influenza

Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

Skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) include mild to serious life-threatening infections, including necrotizing fasciitis. In patients with comorbidities (diabetes and AIDS), the infection can advance very quickly. SSTIs require immediate attention and intervention, which Eagle’s Tele-ID specialists can provide.
Strep Infection
Strep Infection

Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are a very common medical condition requiring antibiotic treatment. Selection of the antibiotic is very important since many of these infections are antibiotic resistant. Specialists focus on controlling antibiotic use yet achieving good symptom control — the purview of an experienced Tele-ID provider.

Great Plains Health: Telehealth for Infectious Disease

GREAT PLAINS HEALTH • NEBRASKA • INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Tele-ID Program Reduces Strain on Local Provider

Key Benefits

Manage demand for ID services using telemedicine consultation

Avoid recruitment and high salary costs

How do you diagnose and treat patients as a telemedicine provider?

Dr. Kutler, Eagle Tele-ID specialists explains how treatment through telemedicine is provided.

To handle these complex conditions, Eagle’s Tele-ID providers can become an integral part of a hospital’s care team. Our providers are trained and experienced in handling virtual diagnostics, working with on-site teams and getting patients the best possible treatment and outcome.

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