Thirteenth International Conference on Health, Wellness & Society

Abstract

Remote patient monitoring, which has greatly benefitted from recent strides in telehealth, has emerged as a 25-billion-dollar industry. In this paper, I discuss current trends within the remote patient monitoring industry as well as the major initiatives, across government and industry, that will drive future developments in remote patient monitoring. I also address some of the key challenges facing remote patient monitoring including ensuring the data from these frameworks is actionable for healthcare practitioners, that data is used to design interventions that promote behavior and lifestyle change, and that remote patient monitoring decreases healthcare utilization without compromising patient safety, health, or wellbeing. Lastly, I consider the utility of remote patient monitoring specifically within the context of health equity, how such frameworks may widen inequities, and what considerations should be made for underserved, marginalized and/or stigmatized communities. Ultimately, the aim of this paper is to explore the utility and promise of remote patient monitoring while also focusing on the work that needs to be done to ensure that every patient can share in the benefits of these frameworks.