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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. 

Click Here for TELEMED Information and Consent Forms

 

2024-2025 School Year

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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

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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

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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.

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