Erin Manley, Ben Buentipo, Amber Blair, Alison Dilly, Andy Switzky
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Abstract
To evaluate the effectiveness of a tech-enabled telesonography service in an under-resourced obstetrics and gynecology (OB/Gyn) clinic. Quantitative data were collected for each sonographic exam to determine its efficiency and accuracy. A survey was also offered to measure patient satisfaction. Data were collected and analyzed to produce early trends following the implementation of the service. The tech-enabled telesonography service decreased patient exam and report turnaround times in an under-resourced OB/Gyn clinic, which correlated with decreases in the time until the next appointment and the clearing of scheduling backlogs. Importantly, this efficiency was achieved without forfeiting diagnostic accuracy or patient satisfaction. This project demonstrated that the service provided reduced wait times for this under-resourced clinic without sacrificing diagnostic accuracy.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JDMS) is the official journal of the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and publishes peer-reviewed manuscripts aimed at the translational use of ultrasound for diagnosis, intervention, and other clinical applications. The JDMS provides research, clinical, and educational content for all specialties including but not limited to abdominal, women’s health, pediatric, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal sonography. The journal’s scope may also include research on instrumentation, physics, ergonomics, technical advancements, education, and professional issues in the field of sonography. Types of submissions accepted by the JDMS are Original Research, Literature Review, Case Studies, Symposia (related to education, policy, technology, or professional issues), and Letters to the Editor.