Demand for Telemedicine in Nigeria is growing at a rapid pace as the growth is driven by the increasing emphasis on healthcare information technology (HIT) players, increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and continual investments from both public and private sectors.
Several Telemedicine devices are emerging in Nigeria such as blood pressure monitoring, weight management machines, interactive stethoscope, and general examination camera. The consistent need for improved healthcare quality services and a growing number of smartphone users has boosted the telemedicine market.
Josmol, a health technology company on a mission to make quality healthcare available, accessible, and affordable for Nigerians on Monday 1st of February, launched Nigeria’s most robust telemedicine offering – Doktorconnect.
“We believe that everyone should have instant and affordable access to healthcare irrespective of their geographical location, hence our effort in bringing to Nigeria the latest technology to help drive a healthier nation: No one needs to die from a preventable ailment. No one needs to be stuck in traffic, join endless queues, and pay through their nose in a bid to talk to a doctor and get care. Now, access to quality healthcare is in your hands, and on your phone,” said Joseph Olowe, chief executive officer of Josmol.
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According to the CEO, Doktorconnect is a digital application that provides a platform for anyone, anywhere, and at any time to access instant medical expertise that’s accurate, trustworthy, relevant, and actionable.
“With the Doktorconnect app, you can consult with a licensed doctor 24/7, request a medical checkup, get a prescription delivered to your doorstep, enjoy accidental coverage and instructor-led fitness training videos, all on your mobile phone.
Furthermore, Doktorconnect boasts of a Digital Medical Record that eliminates the use of files and paperwork, allowing patients to have all their medical history stored in a secured and encrypted environment digitally. Customers can also access a comprehensive annual wellness test that covers the status of your cell age, kidney, heart, liver, urinary tract, and much more.
“In order to ensure a complete and robust healthcare delivery, Josmol is also introducing into the market the latest mobile and innovative DIY (Do It Yourself) Medical devices such as a 6in1 Health Monitor that measures your Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, ECG, and automatically uploads results into your medical record on the Doktorconnect platform,” said Olowe.
Meanwhile, among the many transformations accelerated by COVID-19, health care in Nigeria is upping its industry by embracing advance in telemedicine for greater scale to navigate health crisis.
On the front lines between patients and doctors, the company driving these products are betting that they are part of a broader revolution that will place data at the heart of everyday treatment.
“In today’s new area about an evolving area of medicine, this will help to bridge the gap between the doctor and the patient, and also the patient and their health. Looking at the current ratio of doctors to cities in Nigeria, the country should embrace telemedicine with an open mind,|” said Adetunji Adenekan, Chairman, Lagos Chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA).
