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One-third of medical cases result in a serious diagnostic error. Get a Second Opinion. The Health Care System is complex. Through a simple phone call to ARTACares, we are able to have one of our Medical Experts review your medical information to give you answers to critical questions to empower you to make the best decisions. Throughout the process you will be supported by a Nurse who can help make sense of the information and activate services and supports around you. Medical Second Opinion Services Included: Tools for Caregivers Millions of Canadians have already taken on the role of caregiver, a responsibility that can range from helping an elderly parent with day-to-day tasks, caring for a special needs child, assisting a spouse living with a chronic illness, or helping a neighbour get to and from appointments. 3 Initial call answer and ongoing support provided by a registered nurse 3 Access to an online health and wellness portal including health content with unique client specific login ARTACares Caregiving Support services include: • Accessing provincial and federal benefits including provincial homecare programs, veteran programs, funding sources, assistive devices programs, medical resources, provincial drug benefit plans, and home renovation grants. 3 Access to a mobile app from Google Play and Apple App store (access code provided) • Transitions advocacy and information including assistance with hospital discharge and transitions to homecare. 3 Collection of the individual’s medical records, at no additional cost 3 Encryption and safe storage and transmission of medical records 3 Medical Second Opinion within 5-7 business days of receipt of medical information (24hr rush cases available where required) 3 Telephone and video consultation MD to MD as required • Accessing community and volunteer organizations including Meals on Wheels, day programs, and seniors’ supports. • Locating health supports including physicians/specialists, occupational therapists, dietitians, physical therapists, pharmacists, and clinical trials. • Finding health information on diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes or stroke; linking with pharmacists for drug coaching and support, advocacy, and linking with organizational programs. • Establishing safety including access to home safety assessments and discounted emergency response systems. ARTACares is provided by HumanaCare, an Alberta-based health and wellness provider with more than thirty-five years of Canadian health care experience. You can access ARTACares by calling 1-888-327-1500 news&views SUMMER 2019 | 15