Optimization of communication in the surgical program via instant messaging, Web-based surveys, newsletters, websites, smartphones and telemedicine: the experience of Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital.
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As our surgical program has rapidly expanded, new modalities are required for safe, effective and efficient communication. In this discussion we review how we have used Web-based survey tools, the Signal instant messaging app, a new departmental newsletter, personal surgeon office websites, a department of surgery website and encrypted video calls via the Ontario Telemedicine Network to address our evolving communication needs.
