System and method for providing a remedial video support group
First Claim
1. A system for providing a remedial video support group, comprising:
- at least one patient terminal having video capabilities, wherein said patient terminal is controlled by a patient;
a caregiver terminal capable of communicating with said patient terminal via video, wherein said caregiver terminal is controlled by a caregiver; and
a routing database server capable of storing information regarding said patient, and information regarding said caregiver, wherein said caregiver provides a video conference with said patient discussing a medical illness with which said patient has been afflicted.
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Abstract
A system and method for providing a remedial video support group is disclosed. The system utilizes a patient terminal that provides voice, sound and data capabilities to medical patients. A caregiver, having a caregiver terminal, is provided with medical records and personal information regarding each individual within a group of patients having the same, or similar illness. The caregiver schedules a specific time for a live video conference that all selected patients are invited to attend via their terminals. The live video conference addresses the symptoms and progression of the illness shared by individuals within the group, and treatment of the illness, as well as mental anguish and personal experiences. The terminals are also used to ensure that the patient is performing proper treatment methods in addressing the illness in accordance with prescribed medical care.
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1. A system for providing a remedial video support group, comprising:
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at least one patient terminal having video capabilities, wherein said patient terminal is controlled by a patient;
a caregiver terminal capable of communicating with said patient terminal via video, wherein said caregiver terminal is controlled by a caregiver; and
a routing database server capable of storing information regarding said patient, and information regarding said caregiver, wherein said caregiver provides a video conference with said patient discussing a medical illness with which said patient has been afflicted. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
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10. A method of providing a remedial video support group, comprising the steps of:
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selecting a caregiver to assist in the treatment of at least one patient;
said caregiver examining medical records of said patient;
said caregiver scheduling a video conference with said patient based upon examination of said medical records, wherein said caregiver communicates with said patient via a caregiver terminal, located local to said caregiver, and a patient terminal, located local to said patient, the frequency of said scheduling being based upon a medical condition of said patient described within said medical records; and
providing a video conference between said caregiver and said patient wherein said medical condition of said patient is discussed in accordance with said medical records. - View Dependent Claims (11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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15. A system for providing a remedial video support group, comprising:
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at least one first means of communication having video capabilities, wherein said first means of communication is controlled by a patient;
a second means of communication, controlled by a caregiver, wherein said second means of communication is capable of communicating with said first means of communication via video; and
a storage means capable of storing information regarding said patient, and information regarding said caregiver, wherein said caregiver provides a video conference with said patient discussing a medical illness with which said patient has been inflicted.
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