Reimagine Care Aims to Enhance Cancer Management with Home Care Initiatives
Nashville, Thursday, 16 January 2025.
Dan Nardi, CEO of Reimagine Care, discusses partnering with Moffitt Cancer Center to provide home-based cancer care, aiming to reduce unnecessary emergency department visits by leveraging virtual platforms.
Strategic Partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center
In a significant development for cancer care delivery, Reimagine Care has established a partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center on January 15, 2025, focusing on extending cancer care services into the home setting throughout the Tampa and Florida region [1]. This collaboration is particularly noteworthy as Moffitt Cancer Center is a participant in the White House’s Cancer Moonshot initiative through the Cancer X program [1]. The partnership emerged following Moffitt’s comprehensive search and selection process conducted throughout 2024 [1].
Innovative Virtual Care Platform
At the heart of Reimagine Care’s approach is a sophisticated virtual care platform that connects patients with healthcare providers through multiple channels. The system includes a virtual assistant named ‘Remi’ and text messaging capabilities, providing patients with rapid access to clinical support [1]. The platform’s efficiency is demonstrated by its impressive average response time of 13 minutes to patient inquiries, with even faster responses during overnight hours [1]. This quick response capability is crucial for helping patients determine whether they need emergency care or can safely manage their symptoms at home [1].
Proven Impact on Emergency Department Utilization
The effectiveness of Reimagine Care’s approach has already been demonstrated through its partnership with Memorial Hermann Health System, where the platform has successfully reduced unnecessary emergency department visits by enabling earlier symptom identification and intervention [1]. ‘That’s exactly the main point of on-demand cancer care, being able to support patients in the moment when they need those right answers,’ explains CEO Dan Nardi [1]. The company has also expanded its services to include post-operative care and surgical oncology patient support, creating a more comprehensive care model [1].
Future Implications for Healthcare Economics
Looking ahead, this innovative approach to cancer care delivery presents significant potential for both improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. ‘It’s a big part of how we’re going to not only deliver better patient experiences, but, overall, save the healthcare system money,’ Nardi emphasizes [1]. The company maintains a ‘white label’ approach in its partnerships, ensuring that patients maintain clear understanding of their care source while benefiting from enhanced support systems [1]. This model demonstrates how technology-enabled care can complement traditional oncology services without replacing the crucial doctor-patient relationship [1].