In a recent Ipsos survey, a staggering 68% of Canadians disclosed that they did not make a doctor’s appointment due to various barriers emphasizing the need for solutions to improve access to healthcare services. As these challenges persist, it’s crucial to explore how cutting-edge platforms like the Porton Suite are actively addressing these issues through advanced features, particularly in online appointment scheduling.
The Barriers Canadians Face
Long wait times, difficulty securing timely appointments, and the lack of after-hours availability are some of the main contributors to medical appointment no-shows in Canada. To alleviate these challenges, it’s essential to consider forward-thinking solutions that prioritize efficiency and patient convenience.
How Porton Health is making a Difference
Porton Health, a leader in healthcare management solutions, recognizes the need for change and has taken significant strides toward revolutionizing the patient experience. Our online appointment scheduling feature is a game-changer, allowing patients to book appointments based on their doctor’s availability seamlessly. Patients receive unique links to cancel or reschedule if they are unable to attend.
Key Features of the Porton Suite:
Streamlined Booking Process: Porton suite simplifies the appointment booking process as patients can conveniently visit the clinics website or booking page to make an appointment. In turn, this reduces the need for patients to contend with long wait times and the struggle to secure timely appointments over the phone.
24/7 Accessibility: By enabling patients to schedule appointments online, appointment scheduling is not limited to times when someone is available to answer the phone. Through our app, Porton suite addresses the issue of after-hours care thereby addressing the accessibility issue highlighted in the Ipsos survey.
Reduced No-Shows: With patients empowered to manage their own appointments, the likelihood of no-shows or forgetting to show up is reduced due to the reminder notification feature which sends an appointment reminder to the client.
Focus on Patient Care: By automating and simplifying administrative processes, Porton suite allows healthcare professionals to redirect their time and attention to what matters most – the care and management of patient health and well-being.
Conclusion
In light of the Ipsos survey findings, Porton Health has committed itself to create practical and simple solutions that align with the evolving needs within the healthcare field. Our platform goes beyond appointment scheduling, offering a comprehensive suite of tools that address the complexities of clinic management. Book a free trial or email us at porton.connect@gmail.com to learn more.
References:
https://www.ipsos.com/en-ca/news-polls/seven-ten-canadians-skipped-seeing-doctor-due-long-wait-times