A remote patient-monitoring program at NYU Langone is helping Brooklyn residents manage high blood pressure, according to an April 6 announcement. The initiative aims to improve outcomes and reduce hospital visits by allowing patients to track their condition from home.
The program addresses the challenge of hypertension management in underserved communities by providing Bluetooth-enabled blood pressure cuffs and virtual support. Patients can record their readings daily, which are reviewed remotely by nurse practitioners and cardiologists who adjust treatment as needed.
Timothy Rhonda, a Coney Island resident with a history of heart surgery, shared his experience: “Once my team adjusted my medication, my blood pressure came under control,” he said. “I feel much better knowing it’s being monitored. It’s been wonderful and very helpful for me.”
The initial implementation results were published in NEJM Catalyst and led by Antoinette M. Schoenthaler of NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Nearly 1,000 out of about 4,000 identified patients with uncontrolled hypertension received remote monitoring devices through the Family Health Centers at NYU Langone network. These participants saw significant improvements in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to those receiving usual care.
Isaac P. Dapkins said, “This allows us to bring care to patients rather than requiring patients to come to us repeatedly for monitoring.” Arielle Elmaleh-Sachs added that combining remote monitoring with education helps overcome technological barriers: “By combining remote monitoring with education and support, we’re able to help patients actively participate in their care.”
NYU Langone Health operates seven inpatient locations as well as over 320 outpatient sites in New York and Florida. The health system has been recognized nationally for quality outcomes.
