Chicago's Rush University Medical Center Utilizes Telemedicine to Remotely Evaluate Stroke Patients in Oak Park

Acute stroke patients who arrive at Rush Oak Park (Ill.) Hospital's emergency room can now be seen immediately by a stroke neurologist at Chicago's Rush University Medical Center without the specialist actually being there, according to a hospital news release.

The system is comprised of a remote presence robot placed in the emergency department and a control station using a laptop computer that has secure internet connection.   Through the computer, the neurologist can control the camera to pan and zoom to view and speak with the patient, family members and medical staff. The patient can see the physician on the robot's screen, which allows for a personal exchange and two-way communication.

The stroke neurologist also has access to the patient's medical information, including CT scans and vital signs, through the electronic medical record. Since the system uses a laptop computer, the neurologist can log on from just about anywhere and provide crucial time-sensitive evaluations and recommendations.

Read the news release about telemedicine at Rush University Medical Center.

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