Publications
A Mobile Health Intervention for Prostate Biopsy Patients Reduces Appointment Cancellations: Cohort Stud
Authors: Balakrishnan, A. S., Nguyen, H. G., Shinohara, K., Au Yeung, R., Carroll, P. R., & Odisho, A. Y.
Published: June 2019
Background: Inadequate patient education and preparation for office-based procedures often leads to delayed care, poor patient satisfaction, and increased costs to the health care system. We developed and deployed a mobile health (mHealth) reminder and education program for patients scheduled for transrectal prostate biopsy.
Objective: We aimed to evaluate the impact of an mHealth reminder and education program on appointment cancellation rates, communication frequency, and patient satisfaction.