The Benefits of Staying Healthy at Home with RPM
In my role at Valor Healthcare, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) can transform the way veterans approach their well-being. Each veteran has a unique health journey, but a consistent challenge for many is finding a balance between managing their conditions and maintaining their independence. RPM bridges this gap by offering a practical way to stay healthy right where they are most at ease: at home.
One of the greatest strengths of RPM is how it empowers veterans to take a leading role in their own healthcare. Through the use of user-friendly devices, veterans can quickly measure vital signs such as blood pressure or blood glucose levels and send that information securely to their care team. This regular monitoring not only alerts healthcare professionals to potential health risks but also gives veterans a clearer understanding of how daily habits—like diet, exercise, and medication adherence—can impact their overall wellness. Such immediate feedback can spark positive behavior changes and enhance motivation to stick with treatment plans.
Families also benefit significantly from this approach. Whether they live close by or halfway across the country, having RPM in place provides them with reassurance that their loved one is being supported by a vigilant medical team. They no longer have to wonder if their veteran is attending appointments or managing their medications properly. Instead, families can rest easier knowing that if something appears amiss in the data, the care team can step in.
Moreover, RPM supports smoother communication between veterans and their healthcare providers. In many cases, frequent phone calls or visits can be burdensome. By contrast, RPM allows care coordinators and medical staff to review data at a glance and check in with veterans promptly if there’s a concern. This proactive approach often prevents hospitalizations, reduces emergency room visits, and enables healthcare resources to be used more effectively.
Ultimately, RPM is about creating an environment where veterans feel confident and secure in managing their health. By combining convenience, real-time data sharing, and professional oversight, RPM helps veterans live healthier lives without sacrificing their independence. With each success story, we see how vital it is to offer solutions that bring healthcare into the home—ensuring our nation’s heroes remain at the center of their care, where they belong.
Christine Collins. MA, BS, BSN, RN | Director, Clinical Operations | Christine Collins, MA, BS, BSN, RN, CAPT (Ret.), USPHS, directs Clinical Operations at Valor Healthcare and spearheads the ValorRPM program. Her 28‑year uniformed‑service career began as an enlisted Airman in the U.S. Air Force. She later commissioned, ultimately retiring as a senior‑grade Captain (O‑6) in the U.S. Public Health Service. Christine deployed to Afghanistan as a critical‑care nurse, caring for trauma patients on the front lines. She went on to lead the National Federal Patient Movement and the Critical Care Air Transport teams. At the U.S. Surgeon General’s office, she served as the Director of Operations and Senior Executive Assistant, shaping national health policy. Beyond uniformed service, she oversaw clinical programs for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and practiced in Mayo Clinic’s intensive‑care and step‑down units. Her blend of bedside experience and strategic leadership drives ValorRPM’s mission to expand high‑quality digital healthcare for veterans.
