HCA HealthONE celebrates 20 years of telehealth innovation

Denver, Colo. - HCA HealthONE proudly marks the 20th anniversary of its telehealth program, a groundbreaking service that has transformed access to specialty care across Colorado and beyond. Since its inception in 2006 the telehealth program has connected patients in rural and urban communities to expert neurologists, psychiatrists, and behavioral health clinicians - delivering lifesaving and life-changing care when and where it's needed most.

The HCA HealthONE telehealth program began as a visionary solution to address critical gaps in stroke care. Today, it has evolved into a comprehensive telehealth platform offering 24/7 access to specialists in a variety of specialties including primary support for stroke, acute neurology, behavioral health, and psychiatry services. Through advanced telehealth carts equipped with high-definition cameras, two-way audio, secure connectivity, and versatile easy access hardware, the network ensures that patients receive timely, expert evaluations without leaving their local hospital.

"Every second counts in minimizing the damage a stroke can cause to the brain," said Angela Linden, vice president of outreach at HCA HealthONE. "Twenty years ago, we set out to bring world-class neurology care to communities that didn't have it. Today, we've expanded that mission to include behavioral health, psychiatry, pediatrics, and other specialty programs ensuring equitable access to care for all Coloradans."

The impact of the HCA HealthONE telehealth program has been profound:

• Thousands of stroke patients have received rapid diagnosis and treatment recommendations, reducing disability and improving outcomes.
• Behavioral health and telepsychiatry services have bridged critical gaps in rural areas, where access to mental health providers remains limited.
• The program has grown to serve dozens of partner hospitals and facilities, leveraging technology to overcome geographic barriers and improve patient experience.

"Telehealth is no longer the future - it's the present," said Chad Christianson, president and CEO of HCA HealthONE. "For 20 years, our telehealth program has delivered on its promise to provide timely, expert care regardless of location. This milestone reflects our commitment to innovation and to the communities we serve."

As telehealth continues to expand nationwide, HCA HealthONE remains at the forefront of this transformation. The HCA HealthONE telehealth program exemplifies how technology and compassionate care can work hand-in-hand to improve health outcomes and save lives.