Unity Medical, Inc. a premier provider of digital health tools that
enhance the patient experience today announced that two pioneering
hospital systems will pilot the company’s new Medical Video jLog™ for
the Apple iPad™, an innovative application that utilizes short form
interactive video to explain common medical procedures such as CT scans,
cardiac stent placements, and physical rehabilitation treatment. Florida
Hospital for Children at Walt Disney Pavilion in Orlando and St. Luke’s
Health System in Boise, Idaho will pilot customized versions of the jLog
app starting Monday, April 5.
“At Florida Hospital, we are continuously seeking new ways to enhance
patient engagement and ultimately patient outcomes. Technology is a
critical part of that mix,” said Marla Silliman, administrator of
Florida Hospital for Children. “This application will support our
patient resource specialists in ensuring that children and their parents
understand and feel comfortable with important medical procedures and
mitigate any potential fears or concerns they may have.”
The Florida Hospital application consists of an animated sequence of
five 2-4 minute videos and interactive Q&A featuring a young boy named
Max and his bear friend Buddy as Buddy undergoes a CT scan. Videos are
conversational, entertaining, age-appropriate, and provide children with
a detailed overview of the procedure. A similar jLog for MRIs will soon
be added.
The pilot program with St. Luke’s will initially include more than 20
jLogs, which includes content for patients undergoing heart and vascular
procedures, and for those participating in physical rehabilitation
programs. Patients can view videos and patient testimonials on iPads in
the hospital or download content directly from the iTunes store to their
iPad at home, for use anywhere they choose.
“St. Luke’s Health System has worked collaboratively with Unity Medical
on a number of Web-based platforms to prepare patients for medical
procedures and hospital visits or allow them to interact with health
care providers from home – user-friendly technology that patients say
helps them feel connected and knowledgeable about their condition,” said
David C. Pate, M.D., J.D., President and CEO of St. Luke’s Health
System. “We believe the new jLog iPad application will further enhance
patients’ experience both at the point of care, and wherever they choose
to receive the information.”
“Unity Medical has been fortunate to work with healthcare leaders
committed to evolving and improving the medical experience by increasing
patient engagement,” said Michael Boerner, Founder and CEO, Unity
Medical. “Now with a platform like the iPad that is highly portable, we
can offer dynamic, visual and impactful educational tools like jLog that
support health care professionals and their mission of serving the
patient in the hospital and clinic setting.”
Research has shown that video-assisted patient education can increase
patient knowledge and satisfaction and reduce anxieties. jLog was
initially developed as a Web-based platform and is now being expanded to
mobile technologies including the iPad.
Interviews, b-roll and product demonstrations are available upon request.
About Unity Medical
Unity Medical, an award-winning, innovator of healthcare technology
combines HD video production with Web 2.0 tools and high level strategic
consulting to create a best-in-class, patient engagement and education
platform. The goal of Unity Medical product and services is to connect
people and information, increase patient safety, reduce healthcare costs
and improve the quality of care. Its clients include leading hospitals,
clinics, and healthcare organizations looking for new ways to enhance
the patient experience and reduce the overall burden on the healthcare
system.
About Florida Hospital
The Walt Disney Pavilion at Florida Hospital for Children is a
full-service facility served by more than 70 pediatric specialists, one
of the largest panels of pediatric experts in Central Florida and a
highly trained pediatric team of more than 600 employees. This unique
children’s hospital provides patients with private, family-centered
pediatric rooms, a dedicated pediatric emergency department and an
Advanced Center for Pediatric Surgery. The recent expansion includes a
seven-floor dedicated entrance, three-story lobby, and when completed
the Walt Disney Pavilion at Florida Hospital for Children will
have a total of more than 200 pediatric beds.
About St. Luke’s Health System
St. Luke’s Health System is Idaho’s largest and only locally
controlled health care system employing more than 7,800 people. With
hospitals in Boise, Meridian, Ketchum and Twin Falls, St. Luke’s
provides patients with unmatched care in specialized medical fields
including cancer, heart and vascular, obstetrics, women’s services and
children’s health care. To find out more, visit www.stlukesonline.org.
Unity Medical, Inc.
Angela Lewton, 208-867-6808
angelal@unitymg.com
or
Lissette
Capati, 202-965-7807
lissette.capati@zenogroup.com