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Launching Virtual Care In A Benign Breast Surgery Clinic, Louisa Antonelli Bs, Hassan Nasser Md, Jessica Bensenhaver Md, Lindsay Petersen Md
Launching Virtual Care In A Benign Breast Surgery Clinic, Louisa Antonelli Bs, Hassan Nasser Md, Jessica Bensenhaver Md, Lindsay Petersen Md
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The aim of this study is to assess the success of implementation of a telemedicine clinic in a benign breast surgery practice, and the hypothesis was that some women may feel uncomfortable virtually discussing breast complaints and problems. Twelve women seen as new patients in the benign breast surgery clinic and scheduled for surgery were asked if they were interested in having their post-operative visit performed virtually. Demographic information was also collected. Ages ranged from 24 to 77 years, and distance from the hospital ranged from 4.3 miles to 14.3 miles. Of the 12 women surveyed, 8 women were interested …