NEWTON, Kan., (August 20, 2024) – NMC Health is pleased to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Access TeleCare, bringing telenephrology services to adult patients at NMC Health Medical Center. Access TeleCare is the nation’s leading multispecialty telemedicine group, and this partnership will ensure patients have access to nephrology care from 7am to 7pm for both inpatient and emergency needs. This innovative service will be available starting August 21, 2024, and helps more patients needing kidney treatment to stay close to home for essential health care.
The introduction of telenephrology services at NMC Health Medical Center is a testament to the hospital’s dedication to leveraging advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its patients. By offering extended consultation hours and immediate access to nephrology specialists, NMC Health ensures that patients receive timely and effective treatment, ultimately improving their quality of life.
“We are delighted to be partnering with NMC Health to help them serve more patients in their communities,” said Chris Gallagher, M.D., CEO, Access TeleCare. “Our goals as a telemedicine company are to deliver clinical excellence first and foremost with every patient encounter and to help our client hospitals achieve their mission, vision, and goals for serving their communities.”
Heather Porter, Chief Nursing Officer at NMC Health, expressed her enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Access TeleCare to bring specialized nephrology care directly to our patients. This service expansion highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality, comprehensive medical care, ensuring that our community has access to the best possible health resources close to home.”
How TeleNephrology Works
Through the partnership, on-site physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff connect with an Access TeleCare board-certified nephrologist via secure, high-resolution technology in minutes. On-site clinicians have access to the highest level of telenephrology consultation to respond quickly to diagnose and treat patients with common nephrology conditions, including electrolyte disorders, chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and renal failure.
