Communicating with family members. Apps that enable peri-
operative communication between the surgical team and a
patient's family members can have a remarkable effect on patient
satisfaction. "Physicians say they have to explain a lot less, and fam-
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One Medical Passport
ONLINE HEALTH HISTORY
Direct patients to complete their
health history and provide insur-
ance information so pre-operative
nurses can focus on clinical duties.
CareWire
WHEN TO ARRIVE
Keep patients on target for their
surgery dates by sharing important
pre-op instructions, such as med-
ication and nPO reminders.
EASE Applications
UPDATE FAMILY
Communicate with a patient's fami-
ly members while their loved one is
in surgery to ameliorate concerns
during a stressful time.
CONSTANT CONTACT
Text Patients Before, During and After Surgery
Here are 6 ways mobile health apps let you stay in touch with patients and
their families through their mobile devices. — Compiled by Bill Donahue
