Hospital de Calama implements telemedicine for complex patients

The Hospital de Calama Dr. Carlos Cisternas is implementing telemedicine strategies to improve patient care times and facilitate access to specialized evaluations. The internal medicine team is driving changes in assistance flows and incorporating remote medical guidance tools to expedite referrals for patients with complex pathologies.

Key advancements include a telemedicine program in rheumatology, allowing local professionals to access subspecialist support without requiring patient transfers. The hospital has also utilized this modality in cardiology to expand evaluation and guidance capabilities for high-complexity cases. Dr. Bryan Heuser noted that these optimizations aim to provide quality care and improve patient flow through better coordination with hospital leadership.