Telemedicine
Telemedicine
Types, Uses, and Effects of New Technology
Types
1. Store-forward
A form of telemedicine that compiles medical data such as images and bio-signals, and then transmits this data to the intended medical professional or specialist to be assessed offline at a convenient time ("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.). This form of telemedicine requires the medical professional to rely upon a medical history report, in addition to audio and video information in place of a physical patient examination
2. Remote Monitoring
The form of telemedicine that allows a patient to self-monitor and test his or her condition and then allows a medical professional to monitor the patient’s testing results remotely through the use of various medical technology devices ("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.). Most often used to manage and monitor chronic diseases or specific conditions such as heart disease and asthma. This form of telemedicine provides patients with greater satisfaction and cost effectiveness, while providing medical professionals with comparable health outcomes.
3. Interactive Services
The form of telemedicine that provides real time interaction between a patient and health care provider. These services include:
Phone conversations
On-line communication
Home visits
("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.)
Interactive services allow a patient and health care provider to discuss and perform a variety of health care topics that once required face-to-face visits that now include:
History review
Physical examination
Psychiatric evaluations
Opathamology assessments
("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.).
Types of Telemedicine. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.news-medical.net/health/Types-of-Telemedicine.aspx
Uses:
1. Convenience
Telemedicine is ideal for patients who cannot physically travel or have difficulty finding travel arrangements
2. Cost Reduction
This new technology can greatly reduce patient costs associated with regular doctor visits
3. Monitoring
Telemedicine allows
Types, Uses, and Effects of New Technology
Types
1. Store-forward
A form of telemedicine that compiles medical data such as images and bio-signals, and then transmits this data to the intended medical professional or specialist to be assessed offline at a convenient time ("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.). This form of telemedicine requires the medical professional to rely upon a medical history report, in addition to audio and video information in place of a physical patient examination
2. Remote Monitoring
The form of telemedicine that allows a patient to self-monitor and test his or her condition and then allows a medical professional to monitor the patient’s testing results remotely through the use of various medical technology devices ("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.). Most often used to manage and monitor chronic diseases or specific conditions such as heart disease and asthma. This form of telemedicine provides patients with greater satisfaction and cost effectiveness, while providing medical professionals with comparable health outcomes.
3. Interactive Services
The form of telemedicine that provides real time interaction between a patient and health care provider. These services include:
Phone conversations
On-line communication
Home visits
("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.)
Interactive services allow a patient and health care provider to discuss and perform a variety of health care topics that once required face-to-face visits that now include:
History review
Physical examination
Psychiatric evaluations
Opathamology assessments
("Types Of Telemedicine", n.d.).
Types of Telemedicine. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.news-medical.net/health/Types-of-Telemedicine.aspx
Uses:
1. Convenience
Telemedicine is ideal for patients who cannot physically travel or have difficulty finding travel arrangements
2. Cost Reduction
This new technology can greatly reduce patient costs associated with regular doctor visits
3. Monitoring
Telemedicine allows