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Theme 1: Bridging Community and Acute Care
IMPROVE CV Care
Individualized Monitoring of Patient Reported Outcome measures for Value and Effectiveness in CardioVasular Care
Lead
Matthew James
Co-lead
Stephen Wilton
Additional Contributors
Maria Dalton (Project Coordinator), Mitchell Pearson, Denise Kruger, Dr. Michelle Graham, Dr. Bryan Har, Dr. Tolulope Sajobi
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THE CHALLENGE
Patients and physicians face challenges in addressing non-physiological factors impacting cardiovascular health—such as mental health, social support, and medication affordability—within the limited time of an appointment. This often results in a narrow focus on immediate physiological symptoms, leaving other important aspects of health unaddressed.
THE CHALLENGE
Patients and physicians face challenges in addressing non-physiological factors impacting cardiovascular health—such as mental health, social support, and medication affordability—within the limited time of an appointment. This often results in a narrow focus on immediate physiological symptoms, leaving other important aspects of health unaddressed.
THE INNOVATION
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HOW IT WORKS
HOW IT WORKS
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[Innovation Overview] This project focuses on understanding and addressing the technological acceptance barriers among older adults in Central Alberta. By comparing the usage and attitudes of those living independently, with partners, or in care facilities, the initiative identifies gaps and opportunities to design more inclusive, user-friendly digital health solutions.
Surveys and in-depth interviews gather insights into older adults’ experiences with existing eHealth and mHealth platforms, with a focus on their potential for improving healthcare access and supporting healthy aging.
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HOW IT WORKS
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THE INNOVATION
The intervention is a streamlined survey and reporting tool designed to improve communication between cardiovascular patients and physicians. It collects and summarizes relevant health factors, promoting personalized, patient-centered care that considers a fuller picture of the patient’s well-being.
HOW IT WORKS
Before an appointment, patients complete a survey that includes mental health, social support, and self-care information, using validated instruments. This data is then used to generate a report for physicians, which flags significant changes and provides actionable insights. Physicians can review the report prior to or during appointments, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of the patient’s health beyond immediate symptoms.
THE BENEFITS
For Users
For Patients: This tool encourages open dialogue about mental health and other non-physiological factors without stigma, helping patients feel heard and understood.
For Physicians: It optimizes appointment time by collecting data in advance, allowing appointments to focus on actionable insights and personalized care.
For The System
Enhanced Personalization of Care: Physicians can address red flags more effectively, improving patient outcomes by targeting what matters most to each patient.
Increased Efficiency: The tool reduces the need for lengthy discussions on background factors, streamlining clinical timelines and enabling more focused, impactful care.
THE BENEFITS
For Users
For Patients: This tool encourages open dialogue about mental health and other non-physiological factors without stigma, helping patients feel heard and understood.
For Physicians: It optimizes appointment time by collecting data in advance, allowing appointments to focus on actionable insights and personalized care.
For The System
Enhanced Personalization of Care: Physicians can address red flags more effectively, improving patient outcomes by targeting what matters most to each patient.
Increased Efficiency: The tool reduces the need for lengthy discussions on background factors, streamlining clinical timelines and enabling more focused, impactful care.
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