Telehealth makes healthcare accessible for people in all areas, but there are key aspects to being able to use it: broadband and other technology. Our Telehealth Resource Centers understand the necessity for fast, easy Internet access in addition to the hardware necessary to utilize telehealth services.
Webinars
Healthcare is in a period of profound change. These changes are driven by technology, staff shortages, the need for outcome and cost improvement, and, to an increasing extent, by consumer demand. This webinar will provide… Read More
Fact Sheets
Virtual care offers patients convenience, flexibility, and reduced costs. To ensure your information is secure, consider these safeguards. Providers, share this resource with your patients. Disclaimer: Cybersecurity is an evolving topic. This infographic contains general suggestions. For… Read More
Toolkits
This troubleshooting guide is geared toward the clinic provider to include the use of stand-alone carts, laptops, desktops, and tablets. It should be noted that audio/video platforms vary, and it is important to read and… Read More
Toolkits
This toolkit provides an overview of considerations for selecting a telehealth technology vendor. This includes key questions to ask equipment vendors, suggestions for a phased approach to vendor selection, and questions you should be prepared… Read More
Fact Sheets
The Upper Midwest Telehealth Resource Center (UMTRC) created a factsheet on Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM). The factsheet includes common uses of RPM, RPM technology tools, and state billing guidelines. … Read More
Webinars
Patient portals offer secure and convenient connection between the patients and their healthcare providers. Studies have shown that portals increase patient engagement in their health, identifying unmet clinical needs, and reducing downstream health events. They… Read More
Toolkits
This guide outlines how to avoid the common mistakes of choosing and implementing telehealth technology. Read More
Toolkits
Utilize this assessment guide to get a complete picture of your telehealth technology needs and readiness before making a purchase. Read More
Webinars
Technological advances have introduced new ways to facilitate patient engagement outside clinical settings and support health monitoring and promotion of wellness in home and community settings. This presentation discusses various applications such as “smart home”… Read More
Podcasts
What’s rural economic development and why does it matter? Why is broadband so important to quality of life? How can policy/government/non-profits assist in making rural populations more digitally literate? What was Dr. Whitacre’s findings on… Read More
