By using networks, health care professionals will be able to share information. Sharing information efficiently lessens the need for patients to travel. Sharing information efficiently between physicians and specialists means less delay.
Less delay can improve diagnosis and treatment.
This connectivity will serve to expand the range of services offered in the region without inconveniencing patients. The first network link is currently being established involving 13 physicians in eastern Newfoundland, between Bonavista, Clarenville and St. John's. The network starts with professional consultations, but also allows for general and specific patient support and a strong continuing education aspect for health care system users and professionals. As demands on the Canadian health care system increase, the need for successful and practical information technology has also increased. This project is also ready for implementation.