Have questions about a chronic condition or surgical procedure? EMMI can help.

Take an EMMI "tour" to learn more about specific medical conditions and procedures. For example, here is what you will find when you explore EMMI's knowledge about asthma: Once you have logged in to the MyHealth OnLine member portal at upmchealthplan.com, select the link titled “For Your Health.” Next select the “Asthma” link from the list of available options. From here you will take a guided, interactive tour of asthma. Topics Include: The basics you need to know about asthma What steps you can take to keep your asthma condition under control A proactive “Asthma Action Plan” Asthma medications available to you The best way to use your inhaler When to call or see your doctor A review of the Emmi session

Education is essential for you to take control of your health. Take that first important step by visiting Emmi^®, an online audio “tour guide” available to all UPMC Health Plan members through MyHealth OnLine at upmchealthplan.com.

Emmi allows you to research and obtain detailed information related to chronic conditions and specific surgical procedures. Emmi can provide information about the risks associated with asthma, diabetes, coronary artery disease, and hypertension. Emmi can also help you learn about hundreds of surgical procedures.

Using this interactive online tool will help you to successfully prepare for surgical procedures and know the risks, benefits, and possible outcomes associated with your chronic condition.

Emmi is easy to use and allows you to start and stop the session at any time, in the privacy of your own home. Each session (about 15 to 20 minutes) helps answer the most commonly asked questions about specific procedures and conditions. The “print” option, available at the end of each session, summarizes the information in a printer-friendly version for you to take to your next medical appointment.

Educating yourself about your chronic condition or upcoming surgical procedure will help you relax and be more in control and at ease with your health.

	Choose from 8 different catagories.
	Emmi uses vivid illustrations to help teach you about your condition or upcoming procedure.
	Select the "print" option to receive a copy of what you learned.