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Advances in healthcare technology have greatly strengthened patient care, enhancing resource availability, reducing errors, and enabling faster, more personalized assessments, which positively impact patient connections and safety (Holmgren et al., 2023). Developments in telehealth have further improved access by allowing patients to seek care remotely, even while travelling, and to educate themselves on symptoms, treatments, and healthcare resources (Awad et al., 2021). Despite the many benefits, challenges remain. The high costs of some technological tools aren't always covered by insurance, and elderly patients often face additional barriers such as limited access to devices, unfamiliarity, and mistrust in technology, making direct, in-person care essential to building trust and ensuring patient comfort.