Developing a real-world framework for remote patient monitoring technologies that promote optimal aging

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a virtual mode of health and social services delivery that organises care around the patient and family and makes care more accessible. Existing evidence suggests that RPM reduces hospitalisation, length of stay and mortality, particularly among older adults living with chronic disease. However, there is a lack of research focused on how RPM contributes to the overall goal of delivering integrated care, which has stalled the uptake of RPM into routine chronic disease management as well as for the broader population of older adults. To address the identified knowledge and practice gap, a research and community partnership will be created in an effort to understand RPM’s contribution to achieving the Quadruple Aim, identify the components of successful RPM programs and expand the virtual component of St. Joseph’s Health System’s Integrated Comprehensive Care program for the care of older adults with congestive heart failure/chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the community.