December has been a month of meaningful connections and strategic planning for the South Central Telehealth Resource Center (SCTRC). From engaging with national leaders in telehealth to celebrating our achievements, we’ve ended the year on a high note. Here’s a look back at our December highlights and a glimpse of the exciting initiatives we’re gearing up for in the new year.
December In Action: A Look Back at Our Highlights
Bridging Healthcare and Agriculture: Advancing Telemedicine in Rural Arkansas
In December 2024, Terri Imus, Director of Operations for Clinical Telemedicine at the UAMS Institute for Digital Health & Innovation, participated in the Arkansas Farm Bureau’s 90th Annual State Convention in Hot Springs. Leading a session on the role of telemedicine in rural communities, Imus connected with over 130 attendees and highlighted the work of the SCTRC Telehealth Training Centers. She also met with industry professionals from Arkansas State University, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the Arkansas Veterinarian Association, and more, fostering collaboration between agriculture and healthcare sectors to improve rural services in Arkansas.
Building Bridges in Telehealth
In mid-December, Hari Eswaran and Wendy Ross, co-directors of the South Central Telehealth Resource Center (SCTRC), traveled to Rockville, MD, to meet with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT) and their fellow Regional and National Telehealth Resource Centers. This gathering provided an incredible opportunity to share success stories, celebrate collaborations, and strategize for the future of telehealth.
The event was a platform to highlight the collective achievements of the Telehealth Resource Centers and the HRSA Telehealth Centers of Excellence. With support from HRSA and the HHS Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, the SCTRC continues to drive telehealth innovation forward.
3rd Annual TN Health Careers Summit & Expo
Amy Moses, Senior Program Manager, and Melony Stokes, Senior Director of Programs, recently represented SCTRC at the 3rd Annual TN Health Careers Summit & Expo. Held on November 1st at Meharry Medical College in Nashville and on November 7th at the Baptist Health Sciences University Campus in Memphis, the event provided an excellent opportunity to showcase SCTRC’s telehealth innovations and engage with future health professionals.
The team was invited to exhibit at these events where they introduced attendees to telehealth tools, including a live demonstration of the Kardia EKG device, which drew considerable interest from participants. The summit highlighted SCTRC’s commitment to engaging with students and professionals in telehealth, helping to foster a new generation of healthcare innovators.
Warm Wishes for a Joyful Holiday Season!
As the SCTRC team takes a brief holiday pause, we’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your camaraderie throughout the year!
As we head into 2025, we’re excited to continue delivering valuable telehealth education, resources, and support as we strive for even greater health outcomes together.
Wishing you joyful Holiday Season and a Happy New Year!
On The Horizon: Exciting Events and Initiatives Ahead
Join The Movement: Stay Connected with SCTRC
Thank you for exploring our December highlights! At SCTRC, we are dedicated to improving healthcare access through telehealth innovation. Stay connected by subscribing to our blog for monthly updates and announcements about upcoming events. We look forward to sharing more with you soon!
At SCTRC, telehealth means bridging healthcare gaps to ensure quality care for everyone.
