Frankfort Regional Medical Center has partnered with iTriage®, one of the top health and fitness resources on the market, to help consumers make better healthcare decisions. iTriage gives consumers the knowledge to answer common medical questions and the power to take charge of their health.
Developed by doctors, iTriage combines health information with GPS and mapping to help consumers find care whether at home or on the road. From seasonal colds and mild injuries to more serious symptoms and conditions, iTriage helps consumers:
- Search symptoms and find appropriate care
- Research conditions, procedures & medications
- Find the closest doctors and medical facilities, complete with directions
- Store important medical information in “My iTriage”
“With more consumers relying on their smartphones to find information, it’s crucial to provide them with the resources and technology to make informed medical decisions when emergencies, minor accidents and illnesses occur,” said Chip Peal, CEO of Frankfort Regional Medical Center. “Our partnership with iTriage allows us to connect with the residents and visitors in the Central Kentucky area when they need reliable healthcare information quickly.”
Another feature of iTriage is the Emergency Department Check-In System called “iNotify”. Patients on their way to the Emergency Department (ED) can alert staff prior to their arrival directly from their smartphone or Internet device. iNotify is available through the free mobile healthcare app iTriage, and lets patients enter symptoms experienced, medication allergies and other information staff may need to know to begin preparing for their arrival.
To use iNotify at Frankfort Regional Medical Center through iTriage:
- Choose “Find a Medical Provider”
- Select “Emergency Department”
- Locate “Frankfort Regional Medical Center”
- Click the “Check-In with iNotify” button to fill out the form and submit
iNotify offers patients peace of mind by knowing that the ED is notified of their pending arrival and can use this information to better prepare for their care. It allows the staff to better prepare for pending arrivals and engage patients upon arrival.
Doctor’s offices can also use this tool to refer patients to the emergency department. There’s an “Additional Information” field that allows clinicians to convey vital levels, share past medical history, plan for course of care, and provide contact information to the ED staff.
Patients experiencing a medical emergency should contact 911 or seek medical attention immediately. All patients are seen in order of severity, regardless of whether or not they used iNotify.
iTriage is accessible online at www.iTriageHealth.com or as a free download for iPhone™, iPad™ and Android™ devices.