August 1, 2023 | Jackson, TN – Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is enhancing care for patients living with chronic pain and movement disorders by integrating the NeuroSphere™ Virtual Clinic—a first-of-its-kind remote care platform developed by Abbott.
Now available at West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine, this innovative virtual clinic allows patients to connect with their specialists in real-time, receive remote adjustments to their neuromodulation therapy, and ensure proper device functionality—all from the comfort of home with a compatible mobile device.*
Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the NeuroSphere™ Virtual Clinic eliminates traditional barriers to care, such as long-distance travel or challenges posed by health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. The platform delivers customized therapy updates directly to the patient’s iOS smartphone or Apple iPod touch, supporting conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and chronic pain.
“The incorporation of this technology significantly improves patient access to expert care and enhances treatment precision in real time,” said Douglas Taylor, MD, neurosurgeon at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine is home to a multidisciplinary team of neurosurgeons, neurologists, nurses, and device specialists focused on advanced care for neurological conditions.
The virtual clinic is compatible with Abbott’s full suite of neuromodulation devices, including:
Infinity™ Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) System – for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor
Proclaim™ XR Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System – for chronic trunk and limb pain
Proclaim™ DRG Neurostimulation System – for lower limb pain associated with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
For safety information, please visit Infinity DBS, Proclaim XR, and Proclaim DRG.
*Requires a cellular or Wi-Fi connection and sufficiently charged patient controller.
About West Tennessee Healthcare
West Tennessee Healthcare is a public, not-for-profit health system serving 19 counties across West Tennessee and Southeast Missouri. Committed to excellence, the organization delivers compassionate care and innovative treatment through more than 40 locations. Learn more at www.wth.org.
