Jay H. Sanders, “Telemedicine: Where We Are and Where We Need to Be” – March 16
McCrary Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
In the typical health care model, patient and physician remain in close proximity during diagnosis and treatment; however, it is increasingly becoming a long-distance relationship. Rural areas now have access to rapid care through referral of digital information to a distant expert. Homebound or hospitalized individuals can be monitored through “electronic house calls.” A pioneer in telemedicine, Sanders’ research is focused on technological advances that improve the accessibility of quality health care.