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Understanding Mobile Health Technology

1/11/2019

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The CEO of Medweb, Peter Killcommons, MD, has dedicated his medical career to helping those in need. Among his activities, Dr. Peter Killcommons expanded the use of telemedicine in Cabo Verde, Africa. Dr. Pete Killcommons recently traveled to Japan to improve mobile health technology in home health care for the elderly.

A new and rapidly evolving field of medicine, mobile health technology, also known as mHealth, harnesses the power of mobile devices in private medical and public health practices. Although it has yet to develop a set definition, it has a clear aim: more efficient, improved health care specifically adapted to mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. 

The use of mobile health technology offers benefits to both doctors and patients. For providers, it allows for real-time monitoring of patients, and enables medical professionals to offer care remotely. For patients, mHealth technology may take the form of accessing records and tracking health through the convenience of mobile devices.

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ATA18 - Largest Telehealth Conference in the World

2/13/2018

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An executive who has traveled to such diverse places as Japan and the Cape Verde Islands to help promote telemedicine, Peter (Pete) Killcommons serves as the CEO of Medweb, a medical device software company in San Francisco. Peter Killcommons belongs to professional organizations such as the American Telemedicine Association (ATA). Telemedicine involves the remote diagnosis and even treatment of health conditions.

A leading non-profit in the field, ATA includes over 10,000 industry professionals around the world. The association offers a diverse range of educational opportunities for its members, including its annual conference.

The 2018 ATA Annual Conference and Expo will take place April 29-May 1 in Chicago at the McCormick Place convention center. As the largest global event for telehealth, the conference will provide career development and educational opportunities under the leadership of industry experts and discussion of cutting-edge topics. It also offers networking opportunities and an expo with over 150 exhibitors.

For more information about the ATA18, visit www.ata18.org. To learn about other educational opportunities and the continuing work of the ATA, go to www.americantelemed.org.

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Peter Killcommons | Micro_Cellular Base Stations

1/16/2018

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The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Foundation

12/18/2017

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​Peter Killcommons is the CEO and founder of Medweb, Medical Imaging, Teleradiology, and Telemedicine located in San Francisco. As a doctor and expert in telemedicine, Pete Killcommons has traveled globally to share expertise in the field of telemedicine and to ensure consumer needs were being met. He has visited countries such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. Outside of his professional work, Dr. Killcommons is also a volunteer pilot for disaster response and a member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA).

The AOPA is the largest pilot association in the United States and has hundreds of thousands of members. The organization works to support pilots through leadership, advocacy, safety education, training, and technical competence. Additionally, the AOPA maintains a charitable foundation.

The AOPA Foundation strives to support aviation education and maintain safety through several mechanisms. The organization provides pilot training scholarships and public benefit aviation. These measures also help to grow the pilot population and preserve local community airports. For additional information on the Foundation, visit www.aopa.org.

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The 2015 ATA Annual International Meeting and Trade Show

12/5/2017

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For more than 20 years, Dr. Peter (Pete) Killcommons has served as the CEO of Medweb, a technology solutions provider that specializes in the delivery of secure telemedicine and teleradiology products. Dr. Peter Killcommons maintains membership with the American Telemedicine Association (ATA).

In a recent press release, the ATA announced that registration is open for the ATA Annual International Meeting and Trade Show in May. The conference has been taking place for 20 years, and has become the largest gathering of health-care entrepreneurs and professionals in the telehealth, telemedicine, and mobile health industries. 

According to the press release, the 2015 peer-reviewed program will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center and will include more than 500 educational seminars and sessions. The forums will explore the most recent innovations, uses, and delivery methods in telemedicine. With at least 6,000 attendees, the event also offers a wide range of opportunities to network with peers and meet leaders in the telemedicine industry. The exhibit hall will additionally feature 300 vendors showcasing cutting-edge remote health-care services and technologies. ​

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Experimental Aircraft Association Membership Options

9/29/2017

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Peter or Pete Killcommons is the founder and CEO of Medweb, a medical imaging and telemedicine company. As a volunteer pilot for disaster relief efforts, Peter Killcommons is also involved with the Experimental Aircraft Association.

With several options for membership, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) welcomes anyone who is a pilot or is interested in becoming one, a plane builder or restorer, or is simply interested in planes. Membership options include individual, family, lifetime, and student. There are also opportunities to join several community memberships such as Warbirds, Vintage Aircraft, or the International Aerobatic Club. 

The individual and family memberships provide the same benefits, which include access to EEA’s Sport Aviation Magazine, discounted rates to aviation celebrations, local EEA chapters, and more. Student memberships are available free of charge for anyone between the ages of 8 and 18 who has completed a Young Eagles Flight with EEA. Lifetime members receive several personalized items such as a jacket, engraved plaque, I.D. card, and gold pin.

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Telemedicine Association Hosts Policy Forum

8/15/2017

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Since 1992, Peter (Pete) Killcommons has served as CEO of medical software and device company Medweb. A member of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), Peter Killcommons stays informed about key developments in his field. 

The ATA is the country’s leading telehealth association and is dedicated to advancing high-quality, affordable healthcare worldwide. In October 2017, the ATA will hold a National Policy Forum in Washington, DC. Participants will discuss ways to advocate for policies and business strategies that promote telemedicine. The conference will be structured around small-group discussions, giving participants opportunities to work with representatives from Kaiser Permanente, the American Heart Association, and other major organizations.

The forum features innovative ways to connect participants. “Learning Labs” present cutting-edge information on topics in telemedicine, while “Exchanges” pair attendees with decision makers in the field who can answer their questions. In the evening, attendees can meet new people in a relaxed and fun setting at a reception/celebration. Attendees also may participate in congressional visits.

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MedWeb a Finalist for the Saving Lives at Birth Grand Challenge

6/23/2016

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With an MD from the City College of New York Medical College and a desire to help people all over the world, Peter “Pete” Killcommons founded MedWeb in 1992. This telemedicine and teleradiology company provides medical solutions to underserved areas worldwide. In 2012, Peter Killcommons’ company was recognized as a finalist in the Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development competition.

The Grand Challenge was created in partnership with USAID, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, KOICA, DFID, Grand Challenges Canada, and the government of Norway to find innovative solutions to help pregnant women and newborns in underserved and resource-poor communities worldwide.

Childbirth can be a very dangerous experience for women and newborns, and without access to medical technology and healthcare, there may be a high risk of death for both mother and child. For women in sub-Saharan Africa, for example, the risk of death in childbirth is 136 times higher than for women in developed countries.

Challenge winners will be recognized for thinking outside the box of standard methods of care, and must work sustainably and affordably so that they can make a long-term impact. Winners of the challenge will receive investment funds to develop, validate, or test the ideas put forward.
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Medweb Helps Expand Specialty Healthcare in Kosovo 

5/25/2016

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​Holding an MD from New York Medical College, Dr. Peter (Pete) Killcommons has amassed over three decades of experience as a medical practitioner. As the founding CEO of San Francisco-based Medweb, Dr. Peter Killcommons spearheads the delivery of telemedicine and teleradiology technologies, often leveraging mobile medical solutions to expand healthcare access in remote and developing communities.

Since its founding in 1992, Medweb has brought telehealth technology to such countries as Malaysia, Antigua, and Pakistan. The company has also aided disaster relief efforts following tragedies like Hurricane Katrina.

Most recently, Mebweb worked to fill a pressing need for specialized medical care in Kosovo, where rural communities lack convenient access to specialty consultations. Partnering with Rotary Clubs from Gjakova, Kosovo, and Edwards, Colorado, and with additional support from Rotary International, Medweb facilitated the installation of digital healthcare tools in rural Gjakova communities. By providing computers and telecommunications equipment to family medical centers throughout the region, Medweb and Rotary Club helped to link existing primary care providers with secondary and tertiary healthcare networks, allowing patients to seek medical care for a wider, more specialized range of health concerns. 

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Benefits of Telemedicine                             

4/12/2016

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​Peter “Pete” Killcommons serves as the chief executive officer of Medweb, where he manages the delivery of medical imaging and teleradiology services to clients. In 2011, Peter Killcommons gave a keynote presentation at the First Armenian International Telemedicine Congress in Yerevan, Armenia, where he discussed some of the benefits of a telemedicine system.

One of the most important benefits of telemedicine involves improved access for patients in remote locations. For more than four decades, healthcare systems have used telemedicine to address provider shortages in both rural and urban areas. Furthermore, research has demonstrated that telemedicine can actually improve patient outcomes in certain specialties, including psychiatry and intensive care.

In economic terms, telemedicine has shown a remarkable ability to reduce the cost of quality healthcare services, primarily through shared health professional staffing, shorter hospital stays, reduced travel times, and better management of chronic diseases. Perhaps most importantly, patients have reported high levels of satisfaction with telemedicine. Not only can patients receive instant care from specialists, but they also enjoy access to services that might not be available otherwise.

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    Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Medweb, Dr. Peter Killcommons manages the operations of his company’s numerous divisions in medical imaging and philanthropy. ​

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