Enhancing Health Care Access Through Virtual Services

OSU Medicine Virtual Care is expanding access to bridge the health care gap across Oklahoma utilizing technology and innovative tools to bring the expertise of its physicians and providers directly to Oklahomans across the state.

A significant 71% of Oklahoma’s population resides in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), highlighting a critical need for increased access to clinical services.

As a leading health care institution in Oklahoma, particularly in primary care and rural health, we are committed to addressing the health care needs of communities statewide. OSU Virtual Care supports these communities by providing readily available specialized clinical expertise and care coordination.

Innovating Care Across Oklahoma

OSU Medicine, in collaboration with Percipio Health, is developing a virtual population health platform. This platform will leverage AI to collect and analyze health data, creating a holistic view of an individual’s health. It will offer automated and personalized interactions, along with AI-driven insights for health monitoring and management.

  • Provide an innovative high quality health care delivery option for Oklahomans in both rural and urban areas.
  • Improve and enhance care coordination, CMI, ALOS, patient satisfaction and other key performance indicators across the continuum of care.
  • Optimize labor cost efficiencies and improve economic and clinical value delivered at all sites of care.

  • When virtual evaluation is necessary, OSU Virtual Care connects providers and care teams with their patients using secure, medical-grade multimedia equipment and technology.
  • OSU Virtual Care clinicians utilize EKG, vital sign monitors and other electronic medical equipment to perform assessment of the patient’s condition.

Tele-Stroke
Tele-stroke services provide timely stroke diagnosis and treatment particularly for patients in underserved or rural areas. These services utilize telecommunication technologies to connect stroke experts with patients and their on-site health care providers. Through real-time video consultations, stroke experts can assess patients, review medical images such as CT scans, and guide the on-site health care team in administering appropriate treatment. Tele-stroke services help overcome geographical barriers and improve outcomes by enabling rapid access to critical stroke care.

Cardiology
Virtual cardiology services leverage telemedicine technology to connect patients with cardiologists and other specialized health care professionals, enabling efficient diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiovascular conditions. Through virtual consultations, patients can discuss symptoms, medical history, and undergo remote examinations with cardiologists. Advanced telemonitoring tools may be used to track vital signs, such as blood pressure and heart rate. Cardiologists can review test results, interpret imaging studies, and provide personalized treatment plans remotely.

Hospitalist
Virtual hospitalist services offer remote medical care for patients admitted to the hospital. These services utilize telemedicine technology to connect patients with hospitalists who specialize in inpatient care. Through virtual consultations, hospitalists can assess patients, review medical records and test results, and collaborate with on-site health care teams to develop and implement treatment plans.

Behavioral Health
Virtual behavioral health services with a focus on emergency department (ED) psychiatry consults provide timely and specialized mental health assessments and interventions to individuals presenting with psychiatric emergencies in the ED. Through telemedicine platforms, individuals in crisis receive prompt evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations, allowing for more efficient and targeted care delivery. Virtual ED psychiatry consults help alleviate overcrowding in EDs, reduce wait times, and ensure that individuals experiencing acute mental health issues receive timely and appropriate continuity of care.

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)
Remote patient monitoring services utilize technology to collect and track patients’ health data enabling health care providers to remotely monitor and manage their conditions. Through the use of convenient wearable devices, smart sensors, or mobile apps, a patient’s vital signs and other relevant health information is measured and securely transmitted to health care professionals. RPM services improve patient outcomes by enabling early detection of changes or deterioration in health, facilitating proactive intervention and empowering patients to actively participate in their own care.

Chronic Care Management (CCM)
Chronic care management involves a coordinated approach to ongoing support, education, and personalized care for individuals living with chronic conditions. Virtual technology allows health care providers to better collaborative with patients to develop individualized care plans, which may include medication management, lifestyle modifications, regular check-ups, and preventive measures. Proactive monitoring, regular communication and self-management strategies reduce hospitalizations, optimize health outcomes and enhance a patients overall quality of life.

School-Based Virtual Health Care: Convenient for Students and Families

OSU’s Virtual Quick Care brings basic medical care directly to your child at school through a secure video visit with a licensed nurse practitioner. We treat common issues like sore throats, rashes, coughs, and more—and in some schools, we can even provide rapid flu and strep tests. Best of all, parents can join the visit virtually for peace of mind. It’s fast, convenient, and completely free to families.

OSU Virtual Quick Care Information

For information on services and partnerships with OSU Virtual Care, contact:

Jared M. Droze, MHA
Director of Virtual Care
OSU Medicine
jared.droze@okstate.edu

Mike Shea, DHA
Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives
OSU Medicine
mike.shea@okstate.edu

Bradley Anderson, D.O.
Medical Director, Virtual Care
OSU Medicine
bradley.w.anderson@okstate.edu

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