Telemedicine
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The Effingham County School District has partnered with Effingham Health System so families can participate in their innovative medical program, where parents may opt-in to use telemedicine to diagnose and treat their sick children while in school. Effingham Health TELEMED will make healthcare for children more convenient and accessible, avoid delays in treatment, and enhance learning by decreasing absenteeism. Parents may enroll at the beginning of the school year, or opt-in at any point during the year.
TELEMED is available at ALL schools.
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2024-2025 School Year
The Effingham Health System telemedicine program, in partnership with Effingham County Schools, is available in ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS. Effingham Health System is also proud to partner with Global Partnership for Telehealth.
Treatment
With the parent's permission, a physician or advanced practitioner from Effingham Health System will perform an assessment and diagnose your child. Our exceptionally trained team will advise on medical treatment and call in any prescriptions for parents to pick up at their pharmacy. Enrollment occurs at the beginning of each school year, or you may contact your school nurse for more information.
Technology
Today's telemedicine has evolved to include cutting-edge medical treatment and innovative technology. A Bluetooth stethoscope, HD digital exam cameras, and monitors provide a high-definition picture of the patient for the physician, who communicates via live cameras and a computer. A secure connection assures patient privacy.
Telemedicine FAQs
- What is School-Based TELEMED?
- What is the goal of the School-Based Telemed Program?
- Who is eligible for the School-Based Telemed program?
- What services are provided by the School-Based Telemed program?
- How do children enroll in the School-Based Telemed program?
- How do faculty/staff enroll in the School-Based Telemed program?
- Is there a cost for the School-Based Telemed Program services?
- When will health services be available in the School-Based Telemed program?
- Does a parent have to be present for the Telemed appointment?
- What if the provider orders labs for my child?
- Will my child still be seen by the school nurse if I do not participate in the School-Based Telemed program?
- Who will be providing the School-Based Telemed Program?
- How will the School-Based Telemed program be monitored?
- Who owns the School-Based Telemed program medical records?