More patients today are receiving care in their homes; and thanks to advancements in medical device technology, the quality of that care and access to it is greater than ever.
But there’s a downside.
What We Have Here Is A Failure To Communicate
Patients Not Hearing About Recalls Is ECRI’s No. 1 Technology Hazard
ECRI says gaps in communication about recalls of medical devices used at homes pose a significant risk to patients. The nonprofit safety organization’s list of the top ten technology hazards for 2023 put lack of communication at the top.
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