Children’s Health Services Greenville, North Carolina, United States
Abstract: Participants will learn how to utilize telemedicine to enhance the care of their lactation patients. At the end of the presentation, they will better understand how telemedicine can change the trajectory of the breastfeeding family. The presentation will give participants an overview of various ways telehealth can be used in lactation assistance and what conditions are appropriate to be seen through telemedicine. Participants will also learn about billing, the technology available, and ways to overcome gaps in technology.
Publication: No
Diversity and Inclusion: I seek to include all breastfeeding family units and work to assist families in overcoming their unique breastfeeding challenges, whether that be socio-economical, limited access to technology, or other needs, while celebrating the diversity in the breastfeeding community.
Disclosures: Presenter(s) indicated no conflicts of interest to disclose. The FDA has cleared all pharmaceuticals and/or medical devices for the use described in this presentation.
Learning Objectives:
Examine how telemedicine can benefit breastfeeding families
Explain when telemedicine is an appropriate avenue for providing care
Identify ways to incorporate telemedicine with your lactation program and practice.