Embracing Telemedicine to Keep Georgia Connected & Cared For

Episode 8 January 27, 2021 00:26:38
Embracing Telemedicine to Keep Georgia Connected & Cared For
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Embracing Telemedicine to Keep Georgia Connected & Cared For

Jan 27 2021 | 00:26:38

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Hosted By

Ashley D. Freeman

Show Notes

How can organizations across an entire state collaborate seamlessly to ensure that every patient, regardless of location, can access the care they need? The key lies in leveraging cutting-edge telemedicine technology combined with strong, purposeful statewide partnerships — all driven by a shared mission to achieve health equity for every individual.

In this episode, Suleima Salgado, the Director of Telemedicine for the Georgia Department of Public Health, invites us into the innovative world of virtual care delivery. She shares how her team has successfully connected patients and providers across all 159 counties in Georgia, overcoming geographic, economic, and logistical barriers that once stood in the way of quality healthcare.

Suleima reveals some of the best practices and collaborative strategies her department uses to maintain seamless communication and care coordination. This episode highlights the remarkable power of a united state workforce, demonstrating how multiple entities working together can break down barriers and ensure patients receive the timely, compassionate care they deserve.

Join us to explore how Georgia’s telemedicine pioneers are setting a powerful example for states everywhere—showcasing the potential for technology and collaboration to transform healthcare and create a more equitable future for all.

 

Watch a Video about Georgia's Telemedicine Network

Read More Georgia's Office of Telehealth & Telemedicine

Learn About Telemedicine in Your State: National Consortium of Telehealth Resource Centers

 

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