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Improving Physical Therapist and Patient Experiences with Technology Innovation

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Patrick Tarnowski, Chief Commercial Officer, OneStep Today’s physical therapists are exhausted and drowning in debt from school loans. Looking at the physical therapy (PT) profession as a whole, there is an average turnover rate of 13.6% , a significant portion of the current healthcare industry’s staggering rate of 100.5%

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Invoca Raises $83M to Optimize Contact Center Experience

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physical therapy clinics, and 4 of the top 6 U.S. dental service organizations already using Invoca, this recent round of funding will help improve the contact center experience for healthcare organizations. valuation led by. – With 6 of the top 10 U.S. health systems, 3 of the top 8 U.S.

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Telehealth, physical therapy and the pandemic: Lessons for all

Healthcare It News

For example, the precise movements and exercises involved in physical therapy rehab are hard for a patient to accomplish remotely. But there are new technologies and strategies that link patients, safely, to at-home physical therapy care that balances telemedicine with in-person visits.

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14 Ways to Reduce Long Patient Wait Times

Healthcare Success

It is well-established that longer patient wait times negatively impact patient satisfaction , specifically regarding patient confidence (in the provider) and perceived quality of care. Consumerism has shifted the healthcare paradigm from provider-driven to patient-driven healthcare decisions and patient experience.

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Xealth Digital Health Report Reveals 8 Emerging Trends for 2024

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Surgery, PT and Rehab, and Preventive Care Are the Top Three Digital Health Uses: Surgery , physical therapy, rehab, and preventive care remain key areas. Patient Burnout will Continue- Digital Engagement Strategy Can Help: Addressing patient burnout requires a nuanced approach tailored to individual needs and systemic challenges.

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8 Ways AI Will Transform The Future of Healthcare

HIT Consultant

About Palak Shah Palak is a co-founder and Head of Clinical Services at Luna , the leading in-home physical therapy platform. Palak is a passionate healthcare leader with orthopedic specialist board certification and physical therapist for 15+ years.

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The New Era of Virtual Care: Why Convenience Isn’t Enough Anymore

HIT Consultant

However, for chronic conditions, annual checkups, and physical therapy, in-person care is gaining traction again. Building Trust is Essential: Growing data privacy concerns highlight the need for robust security measures and clear communication about how data is used to improve the patient experience.