Pioneering Real World Study Reveals Successful Tele-ICU Collaboration for Remote Critical Care

BENGALURU, AUGUST 24,2023: In a recent publication that promises to reshape the landscape of healthcare accessibility, a research paper titled “A successful model of a Private-Public Partnership in increasing accessibility to critical care services in low-resource settings through tele-ICU” has been published in the esteemed Journal of Health Policy and Technology. This publication showcases a transformative approach to addressing critical care challenges in remote areas, especially within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Access to specialized critical care services has long been a challenge in low-resource settings, particularly in countries like India, where the scarcity of critical care specialists in remote areas has led to dire healthcare inequities. Traditional tele-health solutions, although promising, faced hurdles due to high costs, while private-public partnerships (PPPs) grappled with their own set of obstacles secondary to staffing shortages.  

This groundbreaking paper, published by a team of ICU specialists and researchers,  working at a Bangalore based company, Cloudphysician, demonstrates the value of affordable technology in collaboration with 14 Indian government hospitals across four states. Amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic backdrop, the clinical services emerged as a beacon of hope by effectively bridging the gap in critical care services across remote regions. 

The publication highlights the achievements of this private-public partnership (PPP) model, which led to a remarkable addition of 487 ICU beds from June 2020 to December 2021. Notably, 75% of patients treated were those battling COVID-19, underscoring the significance of such interventions during the pandemic. 

The positive impact of this collaboration extended far beyond the mere addition of ICU beds. The research findings showcase that the influence of this PPP was most profound in sparsely populated areas, revolutionizing healthcare access and delivery in places previously deemed unfeasible. This accomplishment is attributed to Cloudphysician’s model of combining technology, services and continued education as a scalable solution. The strategic partnership approach navigated the intricate challenges of private-public collaborations resulting in meaningful clinical and operational outcomes. 

The published research provides a comprehensive roadmap for healthcare providers, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in replicating and scaling similar models in their regions. By demonstrating the potential of tele-ICU solutions within the context of a successful PPP, this paper opens doors to new avenues of healthcare innovation and service expansion in resource-constrained environments. 

The paper’s publication in the Journal of Health Policy and Technology, renowned for its commitment to impactful healthcare research, further validates the significance of this breakthrough model. With its impressive impact factor, the journal ensures that this pioneering work will resonate widely within the healthcare community, propelling discussions, innovations, and policy changes that can positively influence critical care accessibility and patient outcomes globally. 

Access the full paper here. 

For media inquiries and more information about the published paper, please contact: 

Media Contact:
Arpitha Ramani,
Head of marketing, Cloudphysician Healthcare
arpitha.ramani@cloudphysician.net
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About the Journal of Health Policy and Technology:
The Journal of Health Policy and Technology is a leading peer-reviewed publication dedicated to showcasing innovative research at the intersection of healthcare policy and technological advancements. Renowned for its commitment to disseminating impactful insights, the journal serves as a platform for discussions, innovations, and evidence-based solutions that shape the future of healthcare delivery and access. 

About Cloudphyscian: 

Cloudphysician is a healthcare company reimagining the delivery of critical care through patient-centric solutions. We use our advanced technology, designed and developed in-house, to increase access to care, all across the globe. 

Our Care Center, based in Bangalore, is staffed 24/7 by a highly qualified and trained critical care team that includes super-specialist doctors, nurses, dieticians, and pharmacologists. The clinical team uses our proprietary platform, RADAR, to connect to hospital ICUs to oversee and manage the care of critically ill patients across multiple regions. RADAR, built by our team of technology experts, incorporates automation, computer vision, real-time video, and data analytics to help expert care providers connect to and provide care to patients.  

As of July 2023, we have cared for nearly 70,000 intensive care patients across 18 states in India and saved numerous lives. https://www.cloudphysician.net/

Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)