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Wonderful news – AWS have released our case study to 8 million subscribers to raise awareness of our amazing group of doctors and support team continue to keep the service alive and well.
Our CEO Robert Hicken was a guest on 6PR again recently, talking to Karalee Katsambanis about what’s been happening with UCTS, and how listeners can get involved in this life-changing program.
GPNow is a cutting-edge telehealth platform designed, built and operated beautifully thanks to the genius of Petre Patrasc – Founder & MD of Dreamlabs – without doubt the most technically brilliant technician and astute business leader I have had the pleasure to work with in my four decades in the…
We have just registered our 1,000th Ukrainian refugee. That’s 1,000 vulnerable, displaced Ukrainians families that we have provided FREE medical advice, comfort & care during these troubled times.
We are partnering with iYARN to help Ukrainian refugees to connect people through simple,and flexible check ins with mental health experts.
Dr Vadim Illyashenko has joined us as our UCTS Chief Medical Officer, a pivotal role through which he will facilitate the growth and improvement of this wonderful project.
We wish to acknowledge our biggest supporter, Amazon Web Services (AWS) for the incredible contribution and their pivotal role in ensuring the viability of the Ukrainian CrisisCare Telehealth Service.
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Russia, 2273 medical professionals have left Ukraine, which is about 0.5% of all Ukrainian doctors.
We could never have imagined how quickly it would blossom into a life-changing platform. Our Ukrainian CrisisCare Telehealth Service (UCTS) is now operating 24/7, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Ukrainian Crisiscare Telehealth service allows FREE access to volunteer medical professionals for anyone in need of assistance.
Ukrainian Crisiscare Telehealth service allows FREE access to volunteer medical professionals for anyone in need of assistance.
Dr Hisham will play a pivotal role in GPNow’s medical service maturity, giving us the professional medical knowledge and global connections to match our platforms technical delivery, as we embark on our next exciting 3 year strategic voyage to bring remote medical services to the most vulnerable.
SpinalCure and SCIA have come together to launch the David Prast Achievement Award, celebrating therapists who have achieved outstanding outcomes to inspire and champion those on the quest to cure paralysis.
We’re thrilled to announce that we have appointed RedPin as our new brand and digital partner as part of our 2022-2024 Strategic Plan.
Australia’s TGA approves rapid antigen testing as much of the country moves to a new phase in the pandemic. Australia’s TGA announced this week new enabling measures to allow COVID-19 rapid antigen point-of-care and self-tests to be used in the country under certain guidelines. The announcement…
Australian Digital Health platform, GPNow, has supported the launch of rapid, remote CoViD-19 testing across Malaysia. Anyone who buys an at-home test can use the GPNow platform to immediately start a telehealth consultation, ensuring medical care and advice, from the safety and comfort of their…
Psychologists & Therapists: Build a connection which endures. Mental Health support can provide important insight into the challenges we face in our lives. The work of psychologists and mental health professionals is as varied as the clients they support. They may provide assessment and therapy to…
Medicare Subsidy & Telehealth Consultations How does it work? Telehealth has quickly become accepted, and even preferred, by many Australians. Early in 2020, the Australian Federal Government rolled out MBS (Medicare Benefit Scheme) subsidised Telehealth consultation across the country in response…
This month we recognised International Nurses Day around the world. The theme for IND 2021 is “Nurses: A Voice to Lead – A vision for future healthcare.” IND 2021 has highlighted the central role of nursing as we look into the future, and how the profession will transform the next stage of…
GPNow are pleased to announce a partnership with Wanngi to break down barriers and expand access to health services. Our telehealth solution will partner with Wanngi’s health management app to make a difference in the lives of an aboriginal community. The private telehealth service is intended to…
Vaccinate with confidence and care As the COVID-19 vaccination program rolls out around the country, and around the world, it is crucial that those lining up for their shots have confidence in their ability to find advice and stay informed. According to the Federal Government Health website,…
Oral health can affect your general wellbeing, and proper dental care doesn’t stop when you leave the dentist’s office. More and more dentists are incorporating a virtual health care offering into their service to ensure that they are able to provide ‘whole of patient care’. Virtual Dental…
Connecting NDIS participants in regional areas Ian, 32, lives in the small Wheatbelt town of Merredin about three hours east of Perth and a long way from specialist disability support services. Ian broke his back in a quad bike accident at age 19 and has been a T4 paraplegic since then. “I grew up…
GPNow partnership with Twilio GPNow was established in 2017 with the vision of improving patient care and offering telehealth services in ways that’s not been done before. In just a few years, our focus on a patient-centric approach to care has made inroads and changed the perception of what the…
NeuroMoves makes every step a winner for online rehab An innovative exercise and therapy program for people living with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions is for the first time being delivered to clients in the comfort of their own homes, including in regional and remote locations,…
The importance of multi-lingual healthcare tools For some, telehealth is a convenience. For others it’s critical; a connection to much needed care, when and where it’s needed. A fact that has been highlighted during the pandemic. For telehealth to be accessible and fair for all, there are a few…
The Australia Federal Government has announced further changes to MBS (Medicare Benefits Schedule) subsidised telehealth to focus on continuity of primary care. Earlier this year, MBS subsidised telehealth consultations were rolled out rapidly across the country as a response to the unfolding…
Calls to support telehealth past September As reported by ABC News, Doctors and Healthcare professionals in rural and regional Australia are calling on the Federal Government to maintain the current telehealth scheme beyond September. Faced with the COVID-19 crisis, the Government moved swiftly in…
The rapid rise of telehealth in Australia An article published by ABC News this week highlights the possibility of telehealth consultations becoming a part of the mainstream for medical practitioners around the country. The shift follows the Federal Government’s March announcement of expanded…
GPNow Telehealth is collaborating with Wolters Kluwer across Asia Pacific to support “CONTACT FREE” video consultations delivering world-class UpToDate® decision support for health professionals whilst reducing the risk of COVID-19 infection at the point of care. The World Health Organisation is…
With so much disruption in the world, it is even more critical for businesses to be ready to tackle unforeseen challenges and still operate effectively. GPNow is pleased to join a panel of industry specialists for a webinar discuss how organisations can adapt and continue to engage with their…
As the world rapidly adjusts to new realities, practitioners and patients are moving their trusted carer-relationships to telehealth platforms. While a choice of video conferencing tools exists, not all are created equal when it comes to facilitating medical consultations. Significant privacy…
Coronavirus explained As the impact of the Novel Coronavirus – officially named SARS CoV2 – continues to spread, more resources are being shared to help understand the virus and how it affects humans. At GPNow, we have found this video very useful in explaining Covid-19, a contagious viral…
In response to the ongoing Coronavirus crisis facing the nation, the Australian Government has announced support for ‘whole of population telehealth’. The announcement was as follows: Medicare support at home – whole of population telehealth To provide continued access to essential primary health…
“Doctors in the frontline will increasingly use CONTACT FREE telehealth to protect them and others from the risk of Covid-19” says Robert Hicken, a telehealth specialist and CEO of GPNow. “As the Australian government introduces its $2.4Bn health response package with telehealth front-and-centre…
Reduce risk with remote care The scale of the Coronavirus – officially named COVID-19 by the World Health Organisation – continues to spread, with over 75,000 cases globally and a death toll exceeding 2000 (as at February 2020). Healthcare systems in several countries are already stretched trying…
Serving mental health needs in the wake of the bushfires In support of the Federal Government’s call for mental health services to be deployed in fire affected communities, GPNow has launched a dedicated telehealth platform – Bushfirecare.com Bushfirecare.com makes it possible to speak with a…
Powering online access to NeuroMoves SCIA chooses GPNow to offer online access to services Australia-wide. Spinal Cord Injuries Australia offers a wide range of services across Australia for people with spinal cord injury and other neurological conditions. Unfortunately, due to the vastness of…
What is telehealth? What are telehealth services? Telehealth services connect doctors and patients over a dedicated, secure, and private platform. Using a telehealth service, doctors can speak with their patients over a confidential video chat, while noting important information on the patient’s…
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