- Rocket Doctor's platform successfully diverts emergency department visits, saving significant costs.
- At Georgian Bay General Hospital, 97.5% of 3,065 patients were managed virtually, saving $1.4 million.
- In Alberta, over 12,000 patient visits were facilitated in three months with 98% resolved virtually.
Treatment.com AI Inc. (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF) has reported significant success with its Rocket Doctor platform, which aims to alleviate the strain on emergency departments by managing low-acuity cases virtually. At Georgian Bay General Hospital, the program effectively handled over 3,065 patients between June 2022 and December 2024, with 97.5% managed through virtual consultations and only 1% requiring redirection to the ER. This approach has resulted in estimated savings of $1.4 million, calculated based on an average cost of $475 per diverted ER visit.
The program's expansion in Alberta shows similar success, with over 12,000 patient visits facilitated in just three months. Of these, 98% were resolved virtually, demonstrating the platform's efficiency in reducing the necessity for in-person emergency care. This program uses smart triage, provider infrastructure, and AI-enabled care to support hospitals in managing patient flow and addressing Canada's emergency department crisis, particularly impacting rural areas.
Dr. William Cherniak, CEO of Rocket Doctor, highlighted the importance of supporting patients in accessing appropriate healthcare services outside traditional emergency settings. The platform empowers physicians to work efficiently and independently while providing patients with continuity of care. Such innovations are pivotal as Canada faces ongoing challenges with staffing shortages and rural hospital disruptions.
Treatment.com AI (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF) continues to enhance healthcare delivery through its comprehensive AI engine, the Global Library of Medicine (GLM), which aids healthcare professionals in managing patient care more effectively.
