Call it telemedicine, telehealth or even “virtual medicine,” the pandemic signaled a huge rise in its use and acceptance. And both patients and providers alike are embracing it for many medical services, from consultative services such as behavioral health to a “visit” with their primary-care provider. It’s been found to be a safe and convenient…
Telemedicine is a form of delivering medical services online. Others claim it’s telehealth, while other specialists prefer the term “virtual medicine.” Regardless of what you call it, telemedicine has become increasingly popular. In fact, according to Harvard Medical School, about one in four American adults over 50 reported that they had a virtual care visit…
Telemedicine is a form of delivering medical services online. Others claim it’s telehealth, while still, other specialists prefer the term “virtual medicine.”
Regardless of what you call it, telemedicine has become increasingly popular. In fact, according to Harvard Medical School…
What is telehealth, anyway? In this article, we’re taking a look at why it’s useful, why it’s beneficial, and what may go wrong.
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Technology isn’t the only thing that’s rapidly advanced in the past 40 years. The methods available for healthcare practitioners to reach their patients have similarly grown with the changing times. Originally, healthcare providers developed telemedicine for patients in rural, off-the-grid areas who may not have access to a physician when needed. As telemedicine grew, the…