It feels like any task or activity you do nowadays involves technology. We have video doorbells; phones can be car keys, and your air conditioning and lights can be controlled from an app on your phone. Not to mention the incredible advances that have led to cell phones being close to miniature handheld computers with access to the internet, cameras, and the ability to reach anyone - anywhere!
In the medical field, advances in technology have paved the way for incredible breakthroughs in new medications, treatment options, and medical equipment. For example, we now can look at cells that, to the naked eye, aren’t detectable, magnified enough to identify small irregularities and abnormalities, and have the technology to separate those cells into groups to study further.
Advances in technology have allowed for images, test results, and doctors' notes to be stored digitally, making them easier for physicians to keep and reference. Those images, results, and notes can also be sent digitally between clinics and doctors, allowing patients to continue care and treatment with little disruption when moving locations or seeking a second opinion. These records can also be sent to you as a patient or caregiver. This allows you to be able to keep a personal record of your cancer markers and lab results for easier monitoring and tracking of your disease at home.
Accessing your medical records, finding credible educational materials, joining virtual support groups, and contacting your doctor can all be done quickly and efficiently online, but only if you know how to find and use it.
Trying to navigate the huge world of new technology can feel impossible and overwhelming if you are not a particularly tech-savvy person. If you find yourself in this category, here are a couple of suggestions that may make the world of tech a little less intimidating:
Whether you feel confident with tech or are just starting to dip your toes in the water, the world of technology has a lot to offer to you. The more you use it, the more comfortable you will feel navigating it.
If you want to see all of your labs in one place, see treatment options curated for you based on your prior lines of therapy and genetics, and contribute to necessary AML research, join HealthTree Cure Hub for free! With a few clicks, you can connect your medical records and start taking control of your AML care.
If you need assistance setting up your profile or connecting your records, you can reach out to our team of fantastic patient navigators at support@healthtree.org or 1-800-709-1113, and they can help you.
It feels like any task or activity you do nowadays involves technology. We have video doorbells; phones can be car keys, and your air conditioning and lights can be controlled from an app on your phone. Not to mention the incredible advances that have led to cell phones being close to miniature handheld computers with access to the internet, cameras, and the ability to reach anyone - anywhere!
In the medical field, advances in technology have paved the way for incredible breakthroughs in new medications, treatment options, and medical equipment. For example, we now can look at cells that, to the naked eye, aren’t detectable, magnified enough to identify small irregularities and abnormalities, and have the technology to separate those cells into groups to study further.
Advances in technology have allowed for images, test results, and doctors' notes to be stored digitally, making them easier for physicians to keep and reference. Those images, results, and notes can also be sent digitally between clinics and doctors, allowing patients to continue care and treatment with little disruption when moving locations or seeking a second opinion. These records can also be sent to you as a patient or caregiver. This allows you to be able to keep a personal record of your cancer markers and lab results for easier monitoring and tracking of your disease at home.
Accessing your medical records, finding credible educational materials, joining virtual support groups, and contacting your doctor can all be done quickly and efficiently online, but only if you know how to find and use it.
Trying to navigate the huge world of new technology can feel impossible and overwhelming if you are not a particularly tech-savvy person. If you find yourself in this category, here are a couple of suggestions that may make the world of tech a little less intimidating:
Whether you feel confident with tech or are just starting to dip your toes in the water, the world of technology has a lot to offer to you. The more you use it, the more comfortable you will feel navigating it.
If you want to see all of your labs in one place, see treatment options curated for you based on your prior lines of therapy and genetics, and contribute to necessary AML research, join HealthTree Cure Hub for free! With a few clicks, you can connect your medical records and start taking control of your AML care.
If you need assistance setting up your profile or connecting your records, you can reach out to our team of fantastic patient navigators at support@healthtree.org or 1-800-709-1113, and they can help you.
about the author
Mary Arnett
Mary joined HealthTree in 2022. She works as the AML/MDS Community & Education Manager. She is passionate about giving power to patients through knowledge and health education. If she can help one patient feel more confident participating in discussions with their healthcare team and making treatment decisions, she will feel like she has succeeded. When she isn't working, she loves being an aunt, attending concerts, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
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