healthcare.digital October 12, 2023
Exec Summary
Virtual wards, also known as hospital at home, are a rapidly growing model of care that allows patients to receive hospital-level care in their own homes. This is done through the use of remote monitoring technology, such as wearable devices, video consultations, and telemedicine.
As the technology continues to improve and the benefits of virtual wards become more widely known, virtual wards are expected to play an increasingly important role in the healthcare system.
Here are some specific examples of how virtual wards are being used today and how they may be used in the future:
Today: Virtual wards are being used to care for patients with a variety of conditions, including COPD, heart failure, diabetes,...