The Impact of Telehealth on Chronic Disease Management in Elderly Patients: A Case Study in Long-Term Care Facilities

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
Telehealth, the utilization of digital information and communication technologies to provide healthcare services remotely, has emerged as a promising solution to address the challenges of chronic disease management in elderly patients within long-term care facilities. This thesis investigates the impact of telehealth on chronic disease management in the elderly population, focusing on its implementation and effectiveness within long-term care settings. The study employs a case study approach to explore the benefits, limitations, and implications of telehealth in enhancing healthcare delivery and outcomes for elderly patients with chronic diseases. The research begins with a comprehensive review of the existing literature on telehealth and chronic disease management, highlighting the key concepts, theories, and empirical evidence in this field. The literature review underscores the potential of telehealth technologies to improve access to care, enhance patient engagement, and optimize disease management strategies for elderly individuals with chronic conditions. The methodology chapter outlines the research design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques employed in this study. Through qualitative data collection methods such as interviews, observations, and document analysis, the research aims to gain insights into the experiences and perspectives of healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers involved in telehealth initiatives within long-term care facilities. The findings chapter presents a detailed analysis of the data collected during the study, examining the impact of telehealth on various aspects of chronic disease management in elderly patients. The discussions cover themes such as remote monitoring, virtual consultations, medication management, and patient education, shedding light on the benefits and challenges associated with telehealth implementation in this context. In conclusion, this thesis synthesizes the key findings and implications of the research, emphasizing the potential of telehealth to transform the delivery of healthcare services for elderly patients with chronic diseases in long-term care facilities. The study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on telehealth interventions in geriatric care and provides valuable insights for healthcare practitioners, policymakers, and researchers seeking to enhance chronic disease management strategies for the aging population. Keywords Telehealth, Chronic Disease Management, Elderly Patients, Long-Term Care Facilities, Healthcare Delivery, Remote Monitoring, Patient Engagement, Geriatric Care.