What do I need to sign up?

You need to be able to verify your credentials through Doximity or have a Doximity account.

Why do I need to access my Doximity account?

This is how we verify US physicians.

What if I don’t remember my Doximity password or I no longer have access to the email address linked with doximity?

Email support@doximity.com if you no longer have access to the email associated with your Doximity account. If you don’t remember your password, please go to this link.

Are there any terms of use when I sign up on the Lyfebin platform?

Yes, you can find the Terms of User for the usage of our platform here.

Is there a privacy policy that’s available so that I can see the how your using my information?

Yes, you can find our privacy policy details here .

Will I be able to upload my studies from my computer?

Once you have access to the Lyfebin application, you will want to navigate to your “My Uploads” tab. Once there you will see a button that states “Upload Scans”. Selecting “Upload Scans” will bring up a dialog that will give you the option to select your studies from your computer. Point the drive or folder where the studies are located. The application will automatically find the appropriate files.

How do I share the studies I have uploaded?

You can only share studies that are in your library. You must copy studies from My Uploads, My e-consults, or My Curbside. Once in your library, you can share with a colleague who already has an account on Lyfebin or to an email. To view the studies, the user must create an account.

How does My Library work?

All studies in your library should not have any patient identification. Please email support@lyfebin.com if you notice any patient information on the study. Although we use artificial intelligence to ensure removal of PHI, It is all of our responsibility to maintain patient confidentiality.

What if I see patient information on a study in My library?

Please email support@lyfebin.com and we will remove it.

How do I organize the files in My Library?

You can apply searchable tags with any information you would like to any study in your library. We suggest using tags that have the anatomy of interest, pathologic diagnosis, etc. The tags you use are remembered so that you can re-use them for additional studies.

Why does it take longer to upload than Dropbox or Gdrive?

From the initial upload, we apply special security measures to the study. But due to hardware differences, this can slow the upload down when uploading directly from the DVD-ROM drive.To speed up the upload, drag the entire disc to your hard drive and perform the upload from your hard drive instead of the DVD-ROM directly.

How do I use the viewer?

After clicking view files, this opens the viewer. Drag and drop the files from the corresponding series on the left tab to the right side of the viewer. The other features can be seen on the top tab.

How do I adjust the window width (contrast) and window leveling (brightness)?

Click and hold on image. Move your cursor to left to decrease Window Center (increase brightness) value. Automatic windowing Abdomen/soft tissuesLungsLiverBonesBrainSoft tissues

Can I view my studies from a tablet or smartphone?

Yes!!! There is also multi-touch support. If you have a tablet device with chrome or safari, you might find that gestures (motions that you make with one, two or more fingers) are easier to use than a mouse or keyboard.Lyfebin allows users to make use of the array of multi-touch gestures:Touch the image with three fingers and move it up and down to browse through images of the displayed series.To zoom in or out, touch two points on the image, and then move your fingers away from or toward each other.Drag the image with two fingers.Touch the image with one finger to change the window settings (brightness/contrast) and moving them up/down (brightness) or left/right (contrast).

What do I need to sign up?

All you need is a personal email address that you have access to or a social account registered with Google or Facebook.

What if I don’t remember my password when signing up with my email account?

If you happen to forget your password when you have registered for a lyfebin account using the email and password combination, you can easily reset your password by navigating to the login screen here and select the “Forgot Password” link.

Are there any terms of use when I sign up on the Lyfebin platform?

Yes, you can find the Terms of User for the usage of our platform here.

Is there a privacy policy that’s available so that I can see the how your using my information?

Yes, you can find our privacy policy details here.

Will my data always be accessible?

Yes your data will always be available once it is placed in our system for you to review, Our application is a SAAS platform in which all your information will be available to only you and people you share your studies with in the cloud.

Lyfebin (pronounced Lifebin) is a HIPAA secure environment for patients and doctors to view and share medical images aka DICOM files (computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, digital radiography etc.) and clinical pictures all on the cloud using next generation security.

Do I need any special software to use Lyfebin?

No lyfebin is a cloud based software that you can utilize with any capable media device connected to the internet.

Will I be able to upload my studies from my computer?

Once you have access to the lyfebin application, you will want to navigate to your “My Lyfe” tab. Once there you will see a button that states “Upload Scans”. Selecting “Upload Scans” will bring up a dialog that will give you the option to select your studies from your computer.

Will I be able to share my studies with my physician?

Yes, this is one of the great many features that Lyfebin has to offer! With any study that you upload into the system you will be able to share it with your Primary Medical Doctor or trusted medical physicians.

What if I have family members do we all need to register individual accounts?

Yes it is advised that for each family member that has their own studies whom prefer not to share their information with others to create individual accounts. However Lyfebin makes it conveniently easy to have associated family members apart of 1 single account. After logging into your qualified account, you may select the “My Family” tab, and this will show you all the different studies for each family member. You can even provide a nickname to help you identify your other family members quickly.

What if I accidently uploaded the wrong study, can I remove it?

Yes, you have full control of how you manage your files once uploaded to the system. For every study you will see a “Trash bin” icon, that will allow you to remove your study for your files. However if you have shared your study with a Medical Professional he or she may have copied it for their own reference, But don’t worry there is no personal identifiable information available to the Medical Professionals of whom you’ve shared it with other than your chosen unique username.

I don’t see an answer to my specific question

No problem, we have a support team that can answer your question(s), feel free to send your inquiries to support@lyfebin.com

January 2023 - Lyfebin

How Telemedicine Help Reduce Medical Test Anxiety

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People experience medical test anxiety for various reasons. In-person medical tests like blood tests, endoscopies, biopsies, medical imaging, and many other lifesaving healthcare services can trigger some of the patients’ phobias. This occurs when a patient has developed a fear of feeling pain and discomfort when undergoing such procedures. Patients may also fear the uncertainty of the findings or feel stressed waiting for the results of their test.

The most common types of medical test anxiety include trypanophobia and claustrophobia. These medical test anxieties can cause increased heart rate, tremors, and trouble breathing which are easily remedied. Additionally, this could result in patients avoiding or delaying these tests or denying receiving specialty care which puts their health at risk. This is where Telehealth in CA, Expert Second Opinion, comes in handy.

Telemedicine in Los Angeles, California, allows patients and doctors to communicate virtually. It also allows patients to break their fear of the unknown by gathering ample information about the test from their healthcare providers in their homes. Again it lets specialists provide patients with relaxation techniques to help them get through the procedure with ease. Healthcare providers have multiple tips to deal with specific fears as they deal with medical test anxiety daily.

Lyfebin is your trusted healthcare partner when it comes to telemedicine. We offer virtual consultation services that allow patients to receive the best healthcare services possible in the comfort of their homes. We also offer a platform for healthcare providers to collaborate and deliver a second opinion and healthcare plans with ease.

Will a Second Opinion Make a Difference?

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Patients are often referred to or prefer to get a second opinion to avoid misdiagnosis, acquire a definitive diagnosis, or broaden or confirm their treatment options. It’s essential for patients to utilize the expertise of different healthcare professionals to ensure the optimal outcome of their treatment. However, some patients question the purpose of second opinions. Are they necessary? Do they make a difference?

Second opinions are essential to increase safety and improve healthcare services. It’s important to note that even leading specialists can miss a few things when giving a diagnosis. While this should not be tolerated in providing specialty care, it’s part of human nature. With second opinions to refine or redefine diagnosis and treatment, we may prevent further damage and healthcare trauma.

When getting a second opinion, it’s vital to provide your second doctor with ample medical information on your current diagnosis. In cases when the diagnosis and treatment recommendations from your first and second opinion are different or unclear, you may opt to get a third opinion. It would also help to let both healthcare providers review your case through Telemedicine in Los Angeles, California, to see if they can reach a consensus.

Keep in mind that consulting your healthcare provider before moving on with your treatment will ensure your safety and overall health. There are multiple providers of Telehealth in CA, Expert Second Opinion with broad experience and expertise in assisting you with making better health decisions and providing quality healthcare plans.

Connect with top specialists for your condition with Lyfebin. Our professionals will help you navigate appropriate treatment options for your condition to ensure the best outcomes.