This is one of the first experiences in the region in the implementation of these monitoring and clinical data gathering technologies with real patients. The data is processed by IBM and monitored by the Asociación Español, with alarms sent to the doctor’s mobile phone.
In this initial process, patients who are part of the Pilot Plan will send glycemia level information from home along secure connectivity networks to an IBM Uruguay Center which will process it and send it on to the computer platform of the Asociación Español.
Soon the Asociación Español will extend its Telemedicine services to improve the excellent care it provides its members even further.
This Pilot Plan is supported by Antel, which ensures internet connectivity, Roche laboratories with secure networks, glucose meters, infrared measurement devices, and the experience of its Diabetes Care Division, and the highly-qualified support of IBM Uruguay.
Source: http://genteynegocios.elpais.com.uy
