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The future of the waiting room, and how telemedicine and mobile health could change it

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

David Berg, cofounder and chairman of the board of Redirect Health, a primary care national healthcare organization featuring telemedicine and mobile health, believes the healthcare industry should reduce unnecessary inconveniences – such as extensive travel or wait times – from the healthcare experience.

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Digital Healthcare Transformation: Improving Patient Experience and Outcomes

Digital Health Global

The utilization of digital tools and technologies, such as telemedicine and electronic health records (EHRs), has made it easier for patients to access medical services and information, regardless of their location. Telemedicine also reduces wait times and the need for travel, making it a desirable option for patients.

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Why virtual visits may be an important tool for your practice

KevinMD

Telemedicine has been available now for a number of years. Despite being widely accessible, it still struggles to maintain a foothold in the minds of many traditional practitioners.

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19Labs and Pro México Indígena Revolutionize Healthcare Access for Indigenous Communities

19 Labs

Over 120 communities in 12 municipalities of two states of Mexico are being served, providing care for members of the Mazahua, Otomi, and Tseltal language groups via state-of-the-art mobile health clinics. Pro México members receiving training on the GALE telemedicine units.

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The Future of Healthcare: Telehealth. Here’s Why You Need to Consider Telemedicine in 2019

Continue Education Journal

Telehealth and Telemedicine Definition. We often hear telehealth and telemedicine used interchangeably, so let’s set the record straight – telehealth is the umbrella term that refers to medical services that healthcare practitioners provide to patients from a distance.

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Why It's Time to Embrace Telemedicine

eVisit

What’s this new thing called Telemedicine? For starters, it’s not new! I t’s more than 40 years old and was developed as a way to use improvements in communication technology to bring quality medical diagnoses and care to individuals in remote parts of the world.

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How Digitization is Improving Patient Care in Bharat

NiftyHMS

Telemedicine: Telemedicine enables patients to consult with healthcare providers remotely, allowing them to receive care from the comfort of their homes. This can be particularly beneficial for patients who may have mobility or transportation issues, or who live in Tier 2, Tier 3 cities, and villages.

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