In the olden days, a visit from the family doctor to nearby farms and homes was a very common practice. In some cases, this was the only way some elderly patients or those with no means of getting into town could get medical attention. That trend disappeared when more people purchased cars and technology improved so the doctor's equipment was no longer portable. In today's technological age, their equipment is being made more portable, and the home visit is coming back into fashion. Why is the family practice home visit the possible future of medicine? Here are some reasons why.
Easier for Elderly Patients
For older patients, getting out of their home and to a doctor's office can be a difficult thing to do. If they have mobility issues, vision problems or perhaps they no longer are able to drive themselves, they must depend on a family member or friend, or even a car service to take them to see their doctor when problems arise. Home visits allow them to continue seeing the doctor they are comfortable with and have their history with all within the comfort of their home. This can help elderly patients be able to stay longer in their own homes while still getting quality care.
Anxiety Sufferers Get Care
For many anxiety sufferers, leaving the house on their own or even with trusted family members or friends can be very distressing. Because of this, they often do not get the proper medical care they need because it can be debilitating to them to even think of leaving their home. With a family doctor that makes home visits, the stress on anxiety sufferers can ease as the doctor can examine them and treat them in their own home. This means, more people who suffer from anxiety can get the care they need and deserve.
Technology Improvements
Home visits are becoming possible and more common due to advances in technology. Advances in technology has allowed the larger pieces of equipment that doctors have used in their offices or even a hospital setting to be used in people's homes. For example, there are now portable ultrasound machines, meaning that expectant mothers can have an ultrasound in the comfort of her home instead of at the hospital, or if you are worried about your child's stomach pains they can be checked out without the stress of waiting at the hospital.
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