Aim
Provides an opportunity to pilot and evaluate new technologies within 'real world' clinical settings in the Queensland context.
Benefits
The potential benefits of this technology includes:
- eyeConnect will provide ophthalmologists with ophthalmic images and other data for improved initial assessment.
- eyeConnect will improve referral management for further specialist assessment at major metropolitan centres.
- eyeConnect is anticipated to be easy to learn and use for emergency department personnel.
- eyeConnect will provide clear and rapid assessment by opthamologists to regional emergency staff.
- eyeConnect will standardise the approach to regional eye patient injuries and collection of data.
- eyeConnect should be easily tolerated and comfortable for the patient.
Background
This technology was funded through the New Technology Funding and Evaluation Program (NTFEP). The NTFEP funds the introduction and evaluation of new technologies that:
- Are safe and effective
- Provide better health outcomes
- Provide value for money
- Provide greater access to care.
The evaluation findings will inform recommendations regarding the future use and/or investment of the technology within Queensland.
