Cheryl Pegus, director of NYU Langone Medical Center's general internal medicine and clinical innovation division, shared insights about using technology in the healthcare industry, according to Medscape.
Here are four key notes:
1. Ms. Pegus outlined various ways the healthcare industry leverages technology: remote monitoring, online communications, patient portals and telemedicine, to name a few.
2. She said providers should use technology to connect with all patients, regardless of location or income level.
3. Ms. Pegus suggests providers utilize mobile technology to enhance care quality and patient outcomes.
4. NYU Langone is focused on elevating mobile health to connect with their diverse array of patient populations.