Testimonials

"The patients love it, even well into their 80's.  It is the next best thing to a house call."
- Dr. S. Mackenzie, General Surgeon

"Telehealth has been beneficial to patients in the Genetics Clinic as it makes the clinic more accessible.  To those who live in remote areas such as Port aux Basques, Labrador or the Baie Verte Peninsula, the need for travel is eliminated in some cases which can be expensive especially for those living on a limited income, and dangerous especially during the winter.  I think it is a great service for some of our clients."
- Ivy Lewis, Genetics Counsellor

"I would have to say it has helped clients in remote communities maintain the link with service providers on a more consistent basis.  This is very important when trying to conduct assessment and work toward achieving treatment goals. Travelling by ferry can be costly financially, as well as physically and emotionally challenging, especially during the winter months. Telehealth decreases the stress of travel, and limits the amount of time and energy it takes to attend appointments, therefore increases appointment attendance rates (less no shows, non-attendance b/c of weather or ferry problems)."
- Kathy Cutler, Social Worker, Mental Health & Addictions, Burgeo

"I was quite excited about using telehealth to connect with my clients in communities only accessible via ferry.  Telehealth provides opportunity to meet face -to- face with my clients regardless of the Ferry Schedule or the weather forecast."
- Ada Vatcher, Social Worker, Community Support, Community Support, Burgeo

What patients have said about Telehealth:

"Awesome service both by telehealth and at Charles LeGrow."

"Best thing that could happen.  Saves a lot of time for travel, and expense."

"It was great.Helped a ton!  Saved my health."

"Telehealth is certainly worthwhile - it saves time, inconvenience, money and wear and tear on aging bodies."

"Nice if it could be used for all areas of Health Care."

"Wish the same service could be available for other health problems."

"Saved me cost of trip and the need to travel highway."

"It's the best thing to happen for travelling from West Coast to East Coast."