Ro Co-founder Reveals New 7-Question Tool for Non-Profits to Enhance Patient Care

New York – Zachariah Reitano, co-founder of the direct-to-patient healthcare company Ro, has announced the development and availability of a new "fast (7 questions) and free" tool designed for non-profit organizations. The innovative assessment aims to deepen the understanding of patients' "lived experiences," ultimately leading to improved care delivery.

The tool is already actively deployed in clinical trials and integrated into the Ro platform, according to Reitano's statement on social media. He expressed enthusiasm for future research findings related to its application, anticipating that it will significantly contribute to a more nuanced comprehension of patient journeys. This initiative aligns with Ro's broader mission to build a patient-centric healthcare system by prioritizing direct patient feedback.

Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are increasingly recognized in healthcare for providing crucial insights into the impact of medical conditions and treatments from the patient's perspective. Ro has consistently emphasized patient experience, with previous reports highlighting the importance of accessibility, transparency, and affordability in care. The new 7-question tool appears to be a focused extension of these efforts, offering a streamlined method for organizations to gather vital qualitative data.

Reitano emphasized the tool's potential to facilitate better care, stating, "Hopefully it can help us better understand patient’s lived experiences, which ultimately helps us deliver better care for them." The availability of such a resource at no cost to non-profits underscores a commitment to broader healthcare improvement beyond Ro's direct services, fostering a more empathetic and effective approach to patient management across the sector.