Virtual visits for Parkinson disease: A case series

Vinayak Venkataraman, Sean J Donohue, Kevin M Biglan, Paul Wicks, E Ray Dorsey, Vinayak Venkataraman, Sean J Donohue, Kevin M Biglan, Paul Wicks, E Ray Dorsey

Abstract

We sought to characterize recommendations and feedback of patients with Parkinson disease, each offered a free telemedicine consultation with a specialist. Visits consisted of history, neurologic examination, and recommendations. Midway through the program, patients were asked to complete an online satisfaction survey. From August 2012 to May 2013, 55 patients in 5 states (mean age 67.8 years) participated, with 80% of visits conducted from their home. Patients with Parkinson disease were recommended to exercise (86%), change current medication (63%), and add new medication (53%). Thirty-three of 35 consecutive patients completed a survey. Patient satisfaction exceeded 90% for virtually all aspects of the visit measured. Providing care to patients in their homes via telemedicine is feasible, results in changes to care, and is well-received.

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Figure 1. Recommendations for patients with Parkinson…
Figure 1. Recommendations for patients with Parkinson disease (n = 49)
Figure 2. Patient satisfaction with aspects of…
Figure 2. Patient satisfaction with aspects of their telemedicine visit (n = 33)
PD = Parkinson disease.

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