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Removing Barriers To Care For The Underserved: Provider And Patient Perception Of Direct To Consumer Telemedicine, Robert M. Grell, Rachel Hatcliffe, Sean M. Gillen, Craig Sable, Vanessa Grant, Matthew Ledda, Mary Fuska, Shireen Atabaki Apr 2017

Removing Barriers To Care For The Underserved: Provider And Patient Perception Of Direct To Consumer Telemedicine, Robert M. Grell, Rachel Hatcliffe, Sean M. Gillen, Craig Sable, Vanessa Grant, Matthew Ledda, Mary Fuska, Shireen Atabaki

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

Purpose of Study: Lack of access to pediatric subspecialty care is a major barrier to pediatric health for underserved populations in the Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland area. Lack of access to transportation, long office wait times, and missed school and work are barriers that prevent access to subspecialty care. Direct to consumer (DTC) telemedicine provides this service to our underserved population by bringing care into their own home through use of computers, tablets, and smart phones.

Methods Used: Structured interviews of parents and providers were performed prior to implementation of a subspecialty DTC telemedicine program for underserved children in …


Needs Assessment Of Pediatric Radiological Equipment And Cross-Cultural Investigation Into Parental Empowerment In Pediatric Radiology Program Development In The Kingdom Of Bhutan, Danielle Canter Apr 2017

Needs Assessment Of Pediatric Radiological Equipment And Cross-Cultural Investigation Into Parental Empowerment In Pediatric Radiology Program Development In The Kingdom Of Bhutan, Danielle Canter

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

Background:

Bhutan is a magnificent mountainous country hugged by India to the east and west and by China to the North and South. This peaceful nestled country faces challenges in combating non-communicable diseases due to the lack of radiological equipment necessary for early diagnosis. Prior to implementation of these medical devices, it is imperative to investigate the cultural attitudes, beliefs, and infrastructure, to ensure successful integration. Bhutan is beginning to implement a pediatric radiology program for the nation with the assistance of ABAH Foundation and RAD-AID International, both of whom partnered with graduate students at George Washington University School of …