Is Teleconsultation As Good As In Person?
Teleconsultation is becoming increasingly popular.
Thanks to the convenience and ease of accessibility, clinicians and patients can connect from any location with an internet connection.
Question – Can teleconsultation offer the same quality of care as face-to-face consultation?
Advantages:
👉 A more personalised service for patients who can access the medical advice they need from the comfort of their own homes.
👉 Reduces the need for expensive travel costs for both patients and medical professionals.
👉 Allows for a range of specialists to be consulted, creating a more comprehensive treatment plan.
Concerns:
👉 Quality of the connection between patient and healthcare professional may not be as good as face-to-face.
👉 Teleconsultation cannot replace physical examinations or tests, which may be required for a diagnosis.
👉 Risk of compromising the privacy and security of patient data.
To support that teleconsultation works, a brand new study from Lund University has confirmed that digital and face-to-face treatments provide relevant improvement in hip and knee osteoarthritis. This study further proves that digital health solutions can effectively supplement traditional therapies.
With the right balance of teleconsultations and in-person visits, healthcare providers can expand access to care while still providing quality, personalised care to their patients.
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