Third-generation telehealth monitoring system allows unlimited expandability

HomMed, LLC has introduced the Sentry III, the third generation of its highly flexible monitoring system. With core competencies unmatched in scope and built-in provisions for unlimited capabilities expansion, the system can outperform all other systems of its kind, and is positioned to raise the standard of home telehealth technology to a whole new level, according to the manufacturer.

Ease-of-use has always been a hallmark of HomMed systems, and the Sentry III is no exception. It is the only base unit of its kind inherently capable of simultaneously interfacing with multiple peripherals to guide patients through seamless vital sign retrieval. This unique design feature eliminates the need to plug and unplug individual peripherals to acquire certain vital signs -- a process required by competitive systems, and which often is confusing and difficult for patients to follow.

While the Sentry III is lighter than its predecessors at just three pounds, its capabilities far outweigh those of other systems. It allows patients to use "standard" vital sign measurement tools to gather heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen saturation and body weight and temperature information, and combine them with one or more of four new peripheral components such as a spirometer, blood glucose meter, PT/INR and optional video conferencing capability. This means that health care facilities can customize patient treatment, including addressing the needs of individuals suffering from multiple chronic illnesses. And the Sentry III works quickly, collecting all data in just three minutes -- about half the time of other systems.

Another key advantage of the Sentry III is its multi-lingual capability, which allows health care facilities to meet the needs of even the most ethnically diverse communities. While the system's voice commands are pre-programmed in English, Spanish and French, individual units also can be set up to deliver instructions to specific patients in their native tongues. The Sentry III also can be programmed to ask up to 10 subjective questions pertinent to a patient's particular illness, once all vital sign data has been collected.

Additionally, the Sentry III features an LED screen to visually guide patients through commands when needed -- even in the dark.

The Sentry III's new capabilities were built on its predecessors' successes, and the system remains solidly positioned to take on infinite future enhancements that will drive the continued advancement of the home telehealth industry, according to HomMed.

HomMed was founded in 1998 to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions for chronic illness. The company's mission is to be a leader in the development of technology and communications applications with the goals of improving the quality of patients' lives and dramatically reducing the cost of healthcare. Aside from developing continually advancing technologies, the company is achieving these goals through its establishment of a national network of clinical partners. At press time, signed partnership agreements totaled more than 40, and represented health care providers from around the nation.

For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.hommed.com.

Source: HomMed, LLC

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