Monitored Patient Encounter

Unmet Need
A 2016 study from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine estimated as many as 250,000 deaths per year are related to some form of medical malpractice. In the same year fewer than 4,000 cases of medical malpractice were successfully litigated, in large part due to a lack of physical evidence and the climate surrounding medical malpractice cases. The monitored patient encounter system provides a method to give greater clarity in such disputes, as well as creating a climate of accountability for medical providers. Furthermore, while current medical records rely on potentially imperfect note taking and patients’ memories, the monitored patient encounter system would drastically reduce potential for ambiguity and facilitate improved records of an individual’s medical history. This record would allow medical providers to reference past care with pinpoint accuracy, potentially leading to better long term outcomes.
 
Technology Overview
The monitored patient encounter system will utilize new audio/visual encryption technology to record patient/provider interactions, discretely scramble the audio and visuals, and securely maintain a highly detailed record of an individual’s interactions with caregivers. These records would provide an additional layer of protections for both patients and medical professionals during office visits, medical procedures, and surgeries. Using audio/visual records could ensure that patient information remains consistent and current, minimizing the risk of miscommunication or improper care and limiting ambiguity in cases of genuine malpractice, ensuring proper accountability. Additionally, the monitored patient encounter system provides another resource for consistent record keeping, allowing providers to directly reference past visits, reducing the reliance on potentially imperfect note taking.
 
Stage of Development
Proof of concept.

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