Doctors see spike in online consultations

The introduction of COVID-19 and the significant changes it has brought to daily life has resulted in a decrease in the number of patients seeking out-patient consultations at clinics. Doctors, on the other hand, have used information technology to engage with their patients online.
Cura Health, which offers online/offline consultations, claims that the number of patients seeking virtual sessions has increased by 50% since April. When it came to consultations during the lockdown, gynaecologists, general practitioners, dermatologists, ENT specialists, and paediatricians were among the most sought after.

People who wanted follow-ups or routine consultations for non-emergency conditions were wary of going to hospitals in the wake of the increasing number of COVID-19 cases. While doctors found it difficult to ensure compliance with safety norms such as wearing masks, maintaining physical distance, and sanitization/disinfection of utility areas in clinics due to various reasons such as a lack of manpower, people who wanted follow-ups or routine consultations for non-emergency conditions were war
“I used to see approximately 25 patients a day, but that number dropped to five or six during the lockdown. For our patients, we created an online customised platform that allows them to contact with specialists via video/audio. Unfortunately, help is only available online for follow-ups and quick questions... “I have to see the patient in numerous other cases for diagnosis,” stated a leading infectious diseases expert.
Cura Health has greatly extended its doctor base since March in order to give uninterrupted access and continuity to healthcare. “It keeps healthcare staff safe by preventing crowding and overcrowding in hospitals. “We're allowing other doctors and hospitals to join our teleconsultation platform so that their patients may consult with them without having to visit their clinics or hospitals,” said Cura Health's chief health strategy officer.

Healthcare is available to everyone.

Healthcare must be made accessible at the touch of a button and transported to patients' homes and offices at a time when the usage of smartphones, tablets, and other internet-enabled devices is expanding tremendously. He states that "we provide extensive and reliable information on a healthcare provider/doctor to help patients make better decisions about who is suitable for them."
In these trying times, when many COVID-19 patients were asymptomatic, tele/video consultations were the ideal option. Cura Health, a company that offers individuals with digital healthcare, facilitated medical discussions at the hospital.
“However, we do need to see the patients in many circumstances. The creation of fungus in the ear, for example, is one of the most prevalent causes of severe ear pain. For the patient to feel better, we need to check and clean the ears.,”
During the lockdown, many other renowned consultants in the state are available for consultations over the internet. For sharing photographs/visuals and video consultations, social media channels such as WhatsApp have come in helpful.

Now, app for patients to get medical help at home

Nepal: In response to the rapid increase in Covid-19 cases and the scarcity of hospital beds, Era's Nepal Medical College and Hospital (NMC) has established Cura Health, a mobile app that will provide medical assistance to patients at home.
The free online doctor consultation app Cura Health involves a sign up or sign in, followed by a list of symptoms and an appointment booking with medical assistance.
Patients will be able to avoid going to the hospital unless it is an emergency, thanks to the app. Patients can also use the app to record their symptoms, look for a recommended medical specialty for their ailment, and schedule a telephonic consultation.

In addition, the software will act as a digital backup for medical documents and would allow family members to consult with one another through a single account.

For people who do not have access to a smartphone, NMC has supplied landline numbers with extensions to several hospital departments. These are the phone numbers for the departments of post-Covid OPD, medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, orthopaedics, psychiatry, ophthalmology, ENT, TB & chest, dermatology, neurology, neurosurgery, cardiology, cardiac surgery, dental OPD, clinical psychology, and stress management.

Curahealth.org: Nepal's Leading Online Telemedicine App

Let Telemedicine Enhance Your Medical Home

We were all thrown into the realm of social distancing, personal protective equipment, and reaching out to our patients through every possible channel available to us in the spring of 2020. Although providers battled with adoption and continue to manage its scope and viability moving ahead, telemedicine quickly became a safe choice for people to get health care. During the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, families of children with medical complexity (CMC) encountered even more challenges, balancing the necessity for close medical follow-up for their kid with the risk of virus exposure while entering a medical facility.

Mosquera et al. give us the pre–coronavirus illness 2019 data in this month's Pediatrics to reassure us that adding telemedicine access to an existing complicated care medical home can improve both clinical and financial outcomes. This group of children had all been hospitalised or admitted to a PICU in the previous year and were at high risk of being hospitalised again at the time they were enrolled in the complicated care clinic. Families were assigned to either comprehensive care (experienced primary care physicians, 24/7 phone access, same-day illness care in clinic on weekdays, hospital consult while inpatient) or comprehensive care + audio-video telemedicine access at random. There were fewer days of care outside of the home per child-year at CMC with telemedicine access, lower rates of serious illness, fewer hospital hospitalizations, and fewer PICU admissions. The authors went on to say that setting up and conducting telemedicine sessions cost only $308 per child-year, whereas total health system expenses were reduced by $7563 per child-year.

In normal conditions, we'd all consider the benefits of telemedicine for this high-risk demographic and consider how and when we'd like to incorporate it into our practise. Many practises may have employed telemedicine this year but did not have the time or insight to investigate its impact. We applaud early adopters and innovators like Mosquera et al. providing us with proof to back up our family-centered telemedicine narrative. Primary care physicians and their families had a long time to warm up to telemedicine in this study, with an average of 10 telemedicine visits per month at the start, increasing to 55 visits per month at the end of the trial in March 2020. Given the recent surge in telemedicine use, I am convinced that the rate of acceptance, as well as monthly telemedicine use for CMC, is now significantly higher, resulting in even greater impact. Increases in utilisation can still be cost-effective if tailored medical choices are made by primary care physicians and replace the need for more expensive emergency department visits and/or days of care in a medical setting, as proven in this study and other paediatric telemedicine studies.

Telemedicine in primary care, however, continues to face obstacles. Patients encounter multiple challenges to telehealth access, including a lack of technology, a lack of digital literacy, and a lack of consistent Internet service. The digital divide, which disproportionately affects people of colour, those living in rural regions, and those with low socioeconomic level, is made up of various impediments. Only two of the 209 families randomly assigned to the telemedicine group in this study based in Houston, Texas, lacked the essential technology (smart device + Internet connectivity). We must work with community groups, schools, Internet service providers, and government leaders to eliminate barriers to both technology access and digital literacy as we discover and discuss solutions to the digital divide for disadvantaged communities.

The health of their most vulnerable patients is improved by experienced primary care clinicians who have an existing relationship with CMC and their carers, according to these (and other) studies. Adding telemedicine to their paediatric medical home can further improve that value.

Opening the Door to Telemedicine With Broadband

Businesses of all kinds, from local stores to physicians' offices, tried to accommodate when the pandemic struck and everyone went into lockdown. Fortunately, this occurred at a time when technology was ready to handle the widespread change to everything being done remotely, and healthcare providers quickly learned to navigate and distribute telemedicine as a more common practise as more patients were ill and were recommended to stay at home. It's one thing to have a phone call or a low-resolution video chat with a friend, but visiting your doctor online about your health requires high speed.

We're barely scratching the surface of what telemedicine can be, and fiber-fed broadband has the speed and latency required to take us further while maintaining just as much, if not more, sensitivity to privacy and HIPAA standards as regular care. The pandemic propelled telemedicine into the mainstream of healthcare, but once people realised the benefits, they wanted it to stick around for good. As a result, now is an excellent time for broadband inventors to begin developing the images and techniques required for true diagnostic medical care. This is why:

We were driven into it by a crisis.

Even if there had always been a desire for telemedicine, it may not have grown into a large practise without the COVID-19 pandemic. Even the most traditional medical providers were forced to construct infrastructure and offer telemedical services as a result of the epidemic in order to maintain paying their doctors. Users of telemedicine, on the other hand, didn't have an option. Even the most apprehensive patient had no choice but to give it a shot.
After working from home on occasion during the last 25 years, either due to maternity leave or multiple operations, last summer was my first year as a telemedicine recipient, and I was able to watch the pandemic unfold in real time. They began giving phone conversations instead of office visits in March. By April, I was using my phone to hold video chats with my doctors. Instead of making many visits to and from the doctor's office while juggling my health and a business, I was able to call my doctor with a crucial update without ever leaving the house. This wasn't the case before COVID-19, but now that we've seen how effective telemedicine can be, we'll probably never go back.

It has a more personal vibe.

Once it was realised that telemedicine was the sole option, both the doctor and the patient felt more comfortable with it, even liking it. Doctors are now embracing telemedicine because it allows them to get more done without having to spend as much time in the office. Telemedicine allows doctors more time to create better personal ties with their customers, subscribers, clients, or patients, in addition to a better work-life balance.
Patients have become more involved in their own care as a result of telemedicine. I was about to leave on a business trip when I became aware of the onset of a bladder infection, but I knew it would require a thorough examination, diagnosis, and prescription to resolve. So I made a telemedicine appointment with my doctor. She took me through the procedures of a self-exam as I described what I was feeling because she had no way of evaluating what was going on inside of me. I obtained my prescription after the call and picked it up on my way to the airport - and I felt much more in control of my own health.

It is more accessible because to technological advancements.

Telemedical services will strengthen the healthcare system, and they will reach more people thanks to high-speed broadband. Our medical system is already short on doctors and nurses, but telemedicine allows us to make better use of the resources we already have. Doctors may now extend their service options even into rural areas and provide more treatment to more families, rather than serving a small area of patients who can drive to their offices.

In cities, circumstances may limit access to healthcare, but telemedicine alleviates those burdens as well, particularly in the management of chronic diseases. You can now make a telemedicine call from home instead of taking a day off to confirm the diagnosis of an obvious or recurring ailment at the doctor's office. For example, I showed a doctor over video chat an obviously infected bee sting on my leg with enough resolution for her to diagnose the condition, and all I had to do was drive to the pharmacy for a prescription.

I don't think of telemedicine as a replacement for in-person treatment, but as a system extension, it provides for better, more accessible care. So far, insurance companies and hospitals have collaborated well to avoid overextending telemedical services when in-person procedures are a better fit, but they're also discovering new areas where telemedicine is more practical. We may have been driven into it by the pandemic, but thanks to fiber-fed broadband, we're learning that telemedicine can provide more care in more ways for more people while maintaining their privacy. We shouldn't have to settle for less when it comes to something as crucial as our health.

Telemedicine Gets High Marks for Follow-Ups After Surgery

Patients who had video follow-up sessions were equally as satisfied with their care as those who went to the office, according to researchers. They also enjoyed the time saved by not having to drive or wait in a doctor's office.
During the height of the epidemic, many medical appointments were moved to online platforms, bringing "telemedicine" into the forefront. However, telemedicine has been available for a long time, and the latest research was done before the pandemic.
It adds to proof that virtual sessions can suffice even after surgery, according to the researchers.

Dr. Caroline Reinke, a senior researcher and associate professor of surgery at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, N.C., said, "It's safe, and you'll get fantastic treatment." "Virtual and in-person visits are both excellent choices."
Of course, there are situations when a traditional visit is required, such as when patients require staples or sutures to be removed, according to Reinke.
All of the patients in this study received one of two relatively straightforward procedures: appendix or gallbladder removal with little invasive surgery.
"However, we've seen with COVID that virtual visits can be applied to other procedures as well," said Kristen Harkey, a nurse practitioner at Atrium and study co-author.
More patients and physicians have been comfortable with video appointments since the outbreak began, she said. "I think there's been a shift," Harkey remarked.
289 individuals who had appendix or gallbladder surgery between 2017 and March 2020 were included in the study, which was just published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
To see how patients were doing after surgery, participants were randomly allocated to either a video-based or an office session. They then filled out surveys about their experience.
Overall, both groups of patients were satisfied with their care. Virtual patients, on the other hand, were more likely to take the same route again: 79 percent said they would prefer virtual for future follow-ups, compared to less than half of office patients who said they would pick in-person appointments.
The virtual group, unsurprisingly, appreciated the convenience: they were spared the most inconvenient aspects of the in-person group's experience: the commute, finding parking, and waiting in the waiting room.
Virtual visits, on the other hand, were not always easy. Around 27% of patients had technical challenges with the platform, such as trouble utilising it or inconsistent internet connections. Another issue was that scheduling an appointment was often difficult because doctors only devote certain hours to virtual care.
The platform has been modified to address those vulnerabilities since the study, according to Harkey.
Dr. Scott Nguyen is a surgeon at New York City's Mount Sinai Hospital. Patients and providers have become more comfortable with virtual encounters as a result of the pandemic, he agreed.
Importantly, insurance companies have "came around" and are now covering them, according to Nguyen.
"We're almost all having hybrid appointments now," said Nguyen, who wasn't part in the research.
Virtual visits, he said, are ideal for "one and done" follow-ups like those required after a routine appendix removal.
Nguyen, on the other hand, wants at least one face-to-face appointment for more intricate treatments.
Virtual visits, however, can play a role in those situations as well. Nguyen specialises in bariatric (weight-loss) surgery, which requires patients to attend several follow-up appointments over time, some of which can be completed online.
Virtual visits, according to Nguyen, have been especially useful for providing nutrition guidance following bariatric surgery.
The convenience is evident, according to Nguyen, who points out that many patients must drive a significant distance for visits, which can necessitate taking time off work or arranging child care.
Harkey pointed out that online visits can also be beneficial for older persons who have problems moving around or rely on family members for transportation. While younger people have an easier time with technology, many older persons have mastered it as well. Others, she said, enlist the assistance of their grandchildren.
Even when people become more comfortable with virtual care, some people still prefer face-to-face connection, according to Nguyen.
"Televisits are here to stay," he added, adding that they "certainly provide a degree of convenience." "However, they will not be able to take the place of face-to-face care."

Additional information
More information on telemedicine can be found at the Nepal Department of Health and Human Services.

Telemedicine: What Slows Down the Healthcare of the Future

Telehealth services, or remote healthcare, have revolutionised medicine. The terrible pandemic hastened the expansion of an already rapidly growing industry. The telehealth business is expected to grow from $3 billion to $250 billion as a result of increased investment in virtual care and new legislative rules that enhance the possibilities of distant healthcare.
However, several obstacles stand in the way of telemedicine's success. The obstacles of telemedicine are examined in this essay, as well as solutions to present problems.

Main Challenges Facing Telemedicine Today

Not only did the pandemic hasten the adoption of telemedicine, but it also made distant health services a necessity. According to a 2020 McKinsey study, nearly half of patients choose telemedicine over cancelled medical sessions.
Those who were apprehensive to use telemedicine were able to do so with Pandemic. There are still numerous obstacles to overcome.

Misdiagnoses
From 2014 to 2018, 66 percent of telemedicine malpractice claims were linked to misdiagnosis, according to CRICO's nationwide CBS Database. Misdiagnosis is unquestionably a severe problem that hampers recovery and can even impair a patient's health.
Patients' health and the expense of healthcare services are both impacted by high rates of misdiagnosis. Because of the incorrect diagnosis, more money is spent on pharmaceuticals and changing the ineffective, potentially dangerous treatment.
Telemedicine, on the other hand, is a part of healthcare and is not immune to general difficulties. Remote medical inspections have other drawbacks than misdiagnoses.

Parity and Compensation

Telemedicine, from a legal standpoint, has two major problems. They are concerned with the payment parity and coverage parity laws.
Both the federal and state governments have power over payment and coverage parity rules. The payment parity law mandates that both in-person and remote telemedicine medical services be compensated equally. Telehealth must be covered under the coverage parity law.
On the one hand, the situation regarding coverage parity has vastly improved. In the year 2021, 43 states will have established service parity (which is also called coverage parity). In comparison to 2019, when only about a half-dozen states attained coverage parity, these figures appear optimistic.
On the other hand, the situation is a little different when it comes to payment parity. Only 14 states have adopted payment parity by 2021, assuring equal reimbursement for telemedicine and in-person medical consultations.
Because of the legal uncertainties, financial investment is risky, and healthcare providers aren't interested in telehealth.

New Technology and Senior Patients
Even in the twenty-first century, when everything appears to be digital, not everyone has access to fundamental technologies. One of these categories is the elderly. According to a study conducted in 2021, 25% of seniors aged 65 and up never use the internet. Furthermore, 7% of Americans still have no access to the internet.
Even those elderly who have access to the internet have difficulty using it. To begin with, many people lack basic internet abilities such as registering an account or using a web camera. Second, video chatting is problematic for persons with hearing and vision impairments.
Recognizing these difficulties is critical for developing customised solutions and unique UX/UI designs.
Overall, according to healthcare practitioners, two major impediments to telehealth are a lack of digital skills and access to technologies.

Reluctance to experiment with new technologies

The patient isn't the only one who can't try out the benefits of telemedicine. To begin with, many healthcare professionals are sceptical of technology and the digitalization of medicine. Despite numerous studies and analyses demonstrating that paper documentation is unsuccessful in many operations, such as timely payment collection, providers continue to use the traditional methods, which require no additional expenditure. Apart from the incapacity to use the technologies, many people (both patients and professionals) prefer in-person consultations to telehealth alternatives.
Second, even if the global pandemic gave providers no choice but to try out remote medical services, many do not have the resources to do so. Many vendors, like certain patients, lack the necessary integration tools and efficient software. For example, due to a lack of technical support, nearly 60% of medical practitioners are unable to combine telehealth software and EHR.
Despite the trust challenges and technological obstacles associated with telehealth software installation, the situation is improving. By 2020, about 85% of patients were likely to choose healthcare providers who provided telehealth services.

Cybersecurity

With the widespread digitization of personal data comes the issue of data security. Since 2017, the healthcare business has ranked first in reported data breaches, according to the 2021 survey.
Medical records contain sensitive and personal information. Regrettably, this makes them a desirable target for cybercriminals.
Data breaches are becoming more common as new technologies emerge, such as telemedicine and video conferencing.
As a result, telemedicine integration necessitates the development of new security technologies, encryption methods, and data interoperability platforms. It requires medical providers to make significant security investments. Additional costs, notably those in the security sector, are seen as a major roadblock to telehealth deployment.

Telemedicine and the Privacy Rule

The HIPAA Privacy Rule is always brought up in discussions about medical data security. HIPAA standards are designed to protect one's privacy and sensitive personal data, therefore infractions have serious and costly ramifications. For example, a violation of the Privacy Rule can result in a fine of up to $1.5 million per year, and some violations are deemed criminal charges.
During the pandemic, HIPAA eased telemedicine regulations by eliminating penalties for certain types of video and audio communication. These exemptions, however, are only temporary. A significant portion of the current legislation needs be modified to create a sustainable long-term investment climate for telemedicine.

Telemedicine's Specific Challenges

The obstacles to telemedicine deployment differ depending on the area and parties involved. Here are some instances of issues that particular telemedicine sectors encounter.

1. The countryside. Unfortunately, there is still a divide between urban and rural medical treatment. The field of telemedicine is no exception. Data digitalization and general scepticism of technology-assisted care are particularly pressing concerns in rural areas.

2. Nursing services that are available on demand. One of the most significant hurdles for nurses in telemedicine is obtaining certification and licensure. Nursing licences are frequently state-specific, and the lack of multistate licences prevents nurses from caring for patients from multiple states. Furthermore, learning how to operate intricate software is a significant obstacle for nurses.

3. Patient contentment. The patient-side hurdles to telemedicine adoption have already been highlighted. Another intriguing contrast is that, despite nearly 75% of patients experiencing a pleasant initial telehealth experience, they are nevertheless hesitant to switch from “traditional” care to telemedicine. The main obstacles slowing down the introduction of telemedicine are a lack of computer literacy, sophisticated features, and scepticism.

Telemedicine Solutions Currently in Use

Overcoming the major roadblocks will need time, money, and collaboration. Nonetheless, as the article shows, we are progressing in the right direction. Here are the top telemedicine integration options that can help you overcome the barriers we outlined in this article.

1. Collaboration with the government. Multistate licencing, payment parity, and the expansion of telehealth services all require collaboration between the federal and state governments.

2. Software that works. Providers of healthcare should invest in software that can be used by doctors, nurses, and patients. As a result, a team of programmers with specific experience in the healthcare industry and a thorough understanding of the subtleties of medical services on both sides must be enlisted.

3. Legal conformity with software. Legal issues are significant roadblocks to telemedicine integration on numerous levels. Software must be adapted to HIPAA rules in addition to being user-friendly.

4. Employee education. Any new process or piece of equipment necessitates education. Telemedicine is the same way. Healthcare providers should create interesting telemedicine software training. This strategy can address the difficulty to use new technologies as well as reduce distrust in new digital ways. Medical professionals that are familiar with telehealth software have new tools with which to provide medical care. Patients can also be certain that remote consultations are just as successful as in-person consultations.

Identifying sectors is number five. While remote healthcare provides unlimited options, many services can only be delivered in person, so knowing when to use remote consultation and when to visit the hospital is critical.

So, what's next?

Telehealth is radically changing the U.S. medical system by removing barriers between patients and medical experts. During the pandemic, telemedicine proved its worth and demonstrated its enormous potential. However, in order to effectively integrate, the telemedicine business must first determine what is holding it back and then apply relevant solutions.

Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid Vs Instant Pot Duo Crisp

Air frying is a cutting-edge cooking technology that allows us to enjoy the delectability of fried dishes without the associated health hazards. The frying process in an air fryer is based on circulating hot air with only a small amount of oil or fat. This is why food is more nutritious and delicious.

However, this necessitates the purchase of a new kitchen item, which can be time consuming. Fortunately, there is a workaround. People who own (or want to acquire) a multicooker have the option of purchasing a customised top that converts the multicooker into an air fryer at any time.

In fact, the Instant Pot Duo Crisp vs. Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid are two fantastic options in the Instant Pot line. Now, if you're interested in learning more about each, check out my reviews and comparisons below. Here is difference between instant pot air fryer lid and air fryer :

Review of the Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid

The Air Fryer Lid is a kitchen attachment that allows practically any Instant Pot multicooker to be converted into an air fryer. The cover is compatible with most 6 quart Instant Pot pressure cookers that have a stainless steel inner pot (it does not work with ceramic inner pots).

So, if you already possess one (or more) Instant Pot items, the IP Air Fryer Lid might be worth considering. It's small and portable, plus it has additional features (not just frying).

You can see in my evaluation of the IP Fryer Lid that it can also be used for baking, dehydrating, broiling, roasting, and reheating meals. So you have a lot more than an air fryer — you have a comprehensive variety of cooking functions that can completely revolutionise your kitchen!

The good news is that the lid comes with its own control panel, which means it won't interfere with the one on the pot. It also has a handle, making it simple to put on and take off as needed. It even features an LCD monitor that shows how your cooking is progressing.

This is the accessory that will finally enable you prepare delicious and healthy crispy fries that look just as good as deep-fried ones, thanks to the groundbreaking EvenCrisp technology utilised in the Air Fryer Lid. You may also use it to bake bread, create excellent chicken wings for your guests, and even prepare unusual dishes such as crème brulee.

You may also check out my excellent Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid recipes section.

The Air Fryer lid comes with numerous useful accessories, including a frying basket, a dehydrating and broiling tray, and a protecting cushion to place it on when it's hot.

Pros

• It's simple to use, store, and clean.
• It comes with its own control panel and LCD display and can convert a variety of IP pressure cookers into air fryers.
• Users can prepare a variety of delectable foods.
• The cover expands your kitchen's cooking capabilities by six.

Cons

• Lifting the lid over the pot is a little difficult.
• With the lid on, you'll need additional vertical space because the frying basket won't hold enormous servings.
• Fits neither the 3-quart nor the 8-quart Instant Pots.

Review of the Instant Pot Duo Crisp

The Duo Crisp is a multicooker with two lids: one for traditional cooking (pressure cooking, steaming, slow cooking, warming, and more) and the other for air frying, baking, broiling, and roasting.

This IP multicooker is ideal for those who desire all of the basic functions of the DUO series as well as the characteristics of an air fryer. There are 11 smart programmes (6 for the conventional lid and 5 for the air frying lid) and more than 10 built-in safety measures available at all times. Nothing will most likely drive you to cook tastier, healthier dishes if this doesn't!

The DUO Crisp, like the Air Fryer Lid, features InstantCrisp technology. Because you're not using a stand-alone air fryer, the food will be juicy on the inside and crispy on the exterior every time you use the extra lid.

Keep in mind, though, that this is a large IP product (8 quarts)! This makes it ideal for medium and big families, although it may be a little too much for singles (depending on your cooking habits). It's also worth noting that the air frying cover is pretty tall, so you'll need enough of vertical room above the pot to move around freely.

Finally, the DUO Crisp comes with easy-to-clean and maintain accessories (a multi-level air fryer basket and a dehydrating/broiling tray).

Pros

• It's an Instant Pot DUO with an additional frying lid.
• There are 11 smart cooking and frying programmes.
• You have the ability to prepare enormous dinners.
• For flawlessly cooked food, use InstantCrisp technology.
• Ideal for kitchens with little space.

Cons

• If you're only cooking for yourself, this isn't the ideal option.
• The cooking lid is tall and sturdy.
• Other IP items cannot be utilised with the lid.

Which Should I Purchase?

It's up to you to make the final decision, but here are my thoughts on these two products:

If you're using an IP Air Fryer, choose the IP Air Fryer Lid.

• You already own an Instant Pot multicooker with a stainless steel inner pot that holds 6 quarts.
• You don't want to clutter up your kitchen with yet another appliance.
• Your expertise is one-pot dinners.
• You want your multi-cooker to perform more tasks.
• You dislike frying large quantities of food at once.

If you want something crisp, go with the DUO Crisp.

• You're preparing a meal for a huge group of people.
• You appreciate the idea of having quick access to air frying functions without the need for a separate appliance.
• You want an Instant Pot multicooker with all the bells and whistles.

Overall, the DUO Crisp makes sense if you're a big lover of the DUO series. The Air Fryer Lid, on the other hand, is a better choice if you're thinking about switching multi-cookers or if you currently have one and don't want to replace it. Whichever option you choose, it will revolutionise your cooking and make it a lot more enjoyable!