Eden Prairie, MN – September 16, 2024
inFormed Consent, a leading digital platform for video-based patient consent, has been awarded the prestigious Best Technology in Spine Award for 2024/2025 at the upcoming North American Spine Society (NASS) meeting.
“The award recognizes the unheralded inventors, engineers and others who chase the dream of advancing spine surgery” according to the nominating committee.
The inFormed Consent app was developed to provide patients considering surgery with an accessible, video-based resource to understand their procedure and share this information with family and friends. Research shows that many patients struggle to recall details presented by their surgeons, and they prefer video explanations to better grasp the risks, complications, and alternatives. The use of video in the consent process has been linked to improved patient understanding and satisfaction, positively impacting surgical outcomes.
Patients can view the consent video in the clinic or from the comfort of their homes. Utilizing patented technology, the app records the patient’s acknowledgment via their device’s front-facing camera, creating a verifiable digital record. This ensures that patients are fully informed and have electronically signed the consent, reducing legal risk for physicians. With up to 40% of malpractice claims in spine surgery stemming from consent-related disputes, the inFormed Consent app significantly reduces this risk while empowering patients with clear, comprehensive information.
“We are incredibly proud to receive this award, which underscores the dedication of our engineers and developers in advancing patient care,” said Brad Hancock, CEO of inFormed Consent. “The growing interest from medical device companies highlights the significant role our app plays in ensuring patients are fully informed and receive the therapies their physicians recommend.”
For more information about the inFormed Consent app and its impact on patient outcomes, visit www.informedconsent.com.
