Telemedicine at Havířov Hospital: How It Works and How It Can Help You 

Telemedicine at Havířov Hospital: How It Works and How It Can Help You 

Havířov Hospital is revolutionizing patient care! Thanks to the telemon® platform, which meets the highest certification standards (MDR Class IIA, ISO 13485:2016) it now provides remote patient monitoring services across various medical disciplines. 

Remote Monitoring for Patients with Obesity 

Remote patient monitoring offers comprehensive care by enabling continuous observation and timely interventions. Havířov Hospital has implemented telemonitoring for obese patients and those undergoing bariatric surgery, achieving excellent results in preventing chronic diseases and improving overall outcomes. 

The hospital has established a Telemedicine Services Center, which has served over 200 patients since last year. With an additional 200 telemedicine kits, the hospital plans to monitor patients with chronic conditions and other diagnoses every year. The center provides a wide range of services, from vital sign monitoring to video consultations with doctors. This allows healthcare providers to regularly check patients’ health, offer consistent feedback, and promptly adjust treatment plans. It also reduces the load on outpatient clinics and ensures faster care. 

Accessible Care for Patients with Obesity 

In 2022, the hospital launched a program for 100 obese patients who are at risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes or hypertension. By 2023, an additional 120 patients joined the program regularly monitoring their ECG, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood sugar levels, and weight. Through regular monitoring, 15% of all recorded data was evaluated as alarming, indicating potential health issues requiring medical attention. This approach ensured that necessary care was provided immediately. 

Effective Bariatric Care with Telemonitoring 

Havířov Hospital offers a program that supports healthy and sustainable weight loss. Pre-surgery monitoring helps identify risks, while post-surgery monitoring prevents complications. The results speak for themselves: up to 78% of patients experienced an average weight loss of 7.14 kg, and 88% of patients saw an average BMI reduction of 3.93 points. Patients also reported decreased blood pressure and glucose levels, which are critical for preventing further health issues. Systolic blood pressure dropped by an average of 34 mmHg in 100% of patients, and blood glucose levels fell by an average of 3.22 mmol/L. 

Early Diagnosis of Heart Arrhythmia 

For one patient, telemonitoring revealed a critical issue. Regular measurements showed hypertension and an irregular pulse. Switching devices and monitoring ECG revealed a heart rhythm disorder, leading to a swift change in medication. Thanks to home monitoring, the patient’s blood pressure returned to normal levels, showing the effectiveness of this modern approach. 

Health Without Worries 

Remote patient monitoring at Havířov Hospital has demonstrated significant benefits in managing chronic conditions and improving patient outcomes. Telemonitoring allows doctors to care for more patients by reducing the need for physical clinic visits. Regular monitoring of vital signs through daily, weekly, or biweekly reports also provides a comprehensive overview of patients’ health, which contributes to faster diagnosis. 

Through telemonitoring, the hospital has enhanced patient care, reduced healthcare-associated risks, and enabled timely interventions, improving patients’ health and quality of life.