Dr. Lindsay Dobson

Dr. Mike Ertle and Dr. Lindsay Dobson shed light on the innovative use of virtual emergency room services in rural British Columbia. They discuss the unique challenges posed by staffing shortages and the transformative role of telemedicine in providing care. Listeners will find fascinating insights into real-life cases, particularly how virtual consultations can manage critical situations like heart attacks. The conversation also touches on patient reactions and the balance needed between remote and in-person care, revealing both the potential and pitfalls of this evolving healthcare model.