Telemedicine and telehealth

Kelly Gray; Morwenna Kirwan

doi:10.1016/B978-0-443-22270-2.00003-4

Telemedicine and telehealth

Kelly Gray, Morwenna Kirwan

Department of Health Sciences

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Abstract

This chapter explores the dynamic field of telemedicine and telehealth, examining their definitions, historical development, and the multifaceted goals they aim to achieve. It delves into the ways telehealth and telemedicine can be delivered, including synchronous, asynchronous, and remote monitoring methods and presents evidence of their impact on diverse healthcare domains, such as cardiac rehabilitation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, and diabetic retinopathy diagnosis. The importance of data collection validity and reliability in telehealth and telemedicine highlights the need for a patient-centered approach. Finally, the chapter addresses the challenges and barriers in implementing telehealth services and underscores the necessity for upskilling healthcare professionals to meet the evolving demands of modern healthcare.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Digital Technology in Public Health and Rehabilitation Care
Subtitle of host publication	COVID Era
Editors	Raymond K. Y. Tong, Balasankar Ganesan
Publisher	Elsevier
Chapter	3
Pages	37-52
Number of pages	16
ISBN (Electronic)	9780443222719
ISBN (Print)	9780443222702
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-22270-2.00003-4
Publication status	Published - 2024

Keywords

Communication
Delivery of health care
Patient-centered care
Telehealth
Telemedicine

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