Becker's Healthcare June 3, 2024
More cancer centers are turning to telehealth to expand their reach, with promising results for patients.
The COVID-19 pandemic spurred hospitals and health systems nationwide to accelerate the adoption of telehealth, as the technology allowed organizations to provide safe and effective treatment without overrunning facilities with in-person appointments.
The pandemic put a spotlight on the “appetite” patients had for virtual care, Neema Navai, MD, associate professor of urology and co-leader of virtual care platform and strategy, told Becker’s.
In cancer centers, telehealth visits allow physicians to improve access for patients, especially in rural areas. A Tampa-based Moffitt Cancer Center 2023 study found telehealth consistently outperformed in-person visits for access to care. The study analyzed Press Ganey survey responses from...
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