Determining the factors that impede or facilitate the utilization of telemedicine (video visits) for geriatric patients

This study aims to assess the challenges and factors that affect the use of telemedicine among elderly patients at a family medicine clinic in Iowa and selected Senior Living Communities in Iowa City.

The Role of Telemedicine in the Management of the Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia: A Systematic Review

Review assessing how telemedicine can increase access to care for BSPD and underserved patients needing specialist care for dementia.

How Telehealth Addresses the Needs of Vulnerable Elders

Case study facilitating understanding of how clinicians can collaborate with community organizations for in-home telehealth visits to improve outcomes.

Telehealth for the cognitively impaired older adult and their caregivers: lessons from a coordinated approach

A paper discussing the findings from the CCARRE program whose aim is to provide care for older adults with cognitive impairment in New York City.

Early patient-centered outcomes research experience with the use of telehealth to address disparities: Scoping review

A paper discussing the preliminary lessons learned from research funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute. The research focused on populations at risk for health disparities, including low-income, minority, and rural communities.

Make The Most Of Your Telemedicine Visit: For Patients

Factsheet for patients to use in order to observe maximum benefit from telehealth services.

 

Barriers and facilitators to the use of e-health by older adults: a scoping review

Scoping review that builds understanding of barriers and facilitators to the use of technology facilitated health care by older adults.

Accessibility of Telehealth Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Medicare Beneficiaries

Cross sectional survey facilitating understanding of factors associated with accessibility of telehealth services for older adults using insights gathered during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Efficacy of Telehealth Modalities in Medication Adherence for Older Adults

Study assessing how primary care providers can use telehealth modalities to improve patient care via medication education and promotion of adherence.

ACOs’ Use of Telehealth During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Analysis of use of regulatory flexibilities and payment waivers by ACOs for efficient, effective, and convenient care delivery.

Communication With Older Adults in Times of a Pandemic: Practical Suggestions for the Health Care Professionals

Information on hearing loss in older adults, the effects of pandemic protections on communication, and facilitating professional-patient communication during COVID-19.

Rapid implementation of telehealth in geriatric outpatient clinics due to COVID-19

Evaluation of the use of telehealth in geriatric outpatient clinics during COVID-19 with a focus on challenges and advantages.