Transcript Remote Physiological Monitoring

By Brett Kotowski
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Wireless telecommunication device that
sends signals from patient to healthcare
provider.
Minimizes trips to hospital patient needs to
make.
Doctors can quickly assist patients and
ultimately spend time more effectively.
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There are 4 components to the RPM system
 Sensors
 Data storage located with the patient
 Centralized Repository to store data from sensors
 Diagnostic Applications to develop treatment
recommendations.
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The most highly advanced system in Remote
Physiological monitoring, and developed by
Jaltek group.
Monitors variety of vital signs.
Can be integrated with other measurement
systems.
Data that is gathered is transferred through a
secure wireless network to health providers.
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Success of device depends on patients
willingness to manage health.
Device is also fairly expensive $3000-5000.
Because it is wireless communication, it
would have tough time working in rural areas.
Ultimately, reduces mortality rates, and
emergency room visits.
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