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Telemedicine has been a big help for rural patients who would otherwise have to travel long distances to see a doctor in person. Now, urban residents are getting into the act as both medical professionals and patients seek to cut down on COVID-19 risks. The Indian Health Service announced a telehealth expansion in April, and President Trump signed an executive order this month increasing telehealth services for some parts of the country. Still a lot of barriers remain as patients and doctors adjust to new technology and tribal areas contend with a lack of connectivity.
Guests:
Dr. Chris Fore (Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma) – director of the Indian Health Service TeleBehavioral Health Center of Excellence
Dr. Matthew Schnellbaecher – cardiologist at the Alaska Native medical center
Dr. Susy Postal – chief health informatics officer for the Indian Health Service
Irene Flannery – director of AMERIND critical infrastructure
Break 1 music: Wild Band Of Comanches – Men’s Fancy (song) Gathering Of Nations Powwow (artist) A Spirit’s Dance (album)
Break 2 music: East Winging It (feat. Black Bear) (song) Cris Derksen (artist) Cris Derksen: Orchestral Powwow World
