Innovation
OTN is a leader in telemedicine research and development. Collaborating with our Members, vendors and funding partners, we use innovative and leading edge technology to enhance patient care and deliver distance education.
Telestroke
The Telestroke Program provides stroke patients in remote areas of the province with 24/7 access to life-saving emergency care that they might not receive without this real-time expert neurological assessment.
Emergency Physicians use OTN to connect with neurologists to obtain urgent diagnosis and treatment advice, including the administration of time-sensitive medication.
A component of Ontario’s stroke strategy, Telestroke is led by its inaugural Medical Director, Dr. Frank Silver, a neurologist with the University Health Network.
“Telestroke makes it possible for a neurologist to be at the patient’s bedside - even when that patient is hundreds of miles away - and assist the local physician with determining the most effective therapy possible.”
Dr. Frank Silver, Toronto
“I am convinced that because of everyone’s quick response and receiving treatment through Telestroke, I have regained 99% use of my left arm. My family and I are so very thankful.”
Eugene, Kapuskasing