A tool that makes healthcare more accessible, cost-effective, and that increases patient engagement – is telemedicine. It allows our health care professionals to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients at a distance using telecommunications technology. The approach has been through a striking evolution and it is becoming an increasingly important part of our healthcare specially during this time of pandemic.
Convenience
Penciling in a lunch-hour visit with your physician can prove challenging, especially when a can't-miss conference call absorbs the bulk of your afternoon. Telemedicine eases this problem through video, Web chat, or phone. Workers can follow-up on a prescription or diagnosis with our top notch MDs.
Less time in the waiting room
We've all flipped through the same year-old issue of people while waiting our turn to see our primary care physician or dentist. Telemedicine eliminates this process.
Cost-efficiency
An increasing number of doctors are charging less for a telemedicine consultation than they would for an in-person visit. Telemedicine can also reduce travel expenses.
Expedited second opinion
E-mailing an MRI or X-ray of the inflamed area to a specialist for a second opinion just might be your saving grace. One of the beauties of telehealth is that it can improve communication between patients and their medical practitioners.
Privacy assurance
Telemedicine complies with HIPAA laws, which aim to prevent private or secure medical documents from being leaked.
Slowing the spread of infection
Going to the doctor’s office means being around people who may be sick, often in close quarters. This can be particularly dangerous for people with underlying conditions or weak immune systems. Telemedicine eliminates the risk of picking up an infection at the doctor’s office.
