future of healthcare Flashcards
what is telemedicine
use of electronic communications and software to monitor and treat patients.
where was telemedicine first used
ships for medical advice
why is use of telemedicine so low
- Patients still want to see their doctor in person
- Insurers have policies in place to prevent the use of telemedicine
why was telemedicine useful during covid
It protects healthcare workers from being exposed to covid and keeping vulnerable people at home.
in which area’s does telemedicine fall short
some medical issues can’t be resolved over phone or video
- doctors are paid only 1/3 of a normal visit
- not everybody has reliable internet access or the electronic means necessary
How do doctors know how to provide telemedicine?
They have to follow an online training
Why don’t all doctors like telemedicine
They are used to seeing patients on a daily basis, it pays less
what are advantages of telemedicine
brings costs down
saves the physician time
won’t have to take a day off from work, find childcare or travel far.
