The tantalizing premise of telemedicine has always been to provide a more convenient and accessible means of delivering healthcare, to patients who were unable or unwilling to make in-person office visits with their doctor. For a long time, however, the very exciting...

A study conducted in 2017 at Georgetown University’s Lombardi Cancer Center has demonstrated that genetic counseling and testing carried out via telemedicine can achieve results for breast and ovarian cancer patients, which are comparable to sessions conducted...

Efforts to Reduce Hospital Readmissions in the United States In the United States, hospitalization accounts for over 30 percent of all health care spending.[1] With the federal government focused on cutting down mounting medical costs, efforts to reduce hospital...

The use of drones for telemedicine delivery is genius. Electronics have a huge role in health care. Because of the internet, virtual visits from a doctor are now possible. Apps on mobile devices and wearables that can help track health are a great way to experience a...

Why Discrepancies and Inconsistencies With Parity Laws Present a Challenge for Telemedicine There are many potential benefits[1] for patients who have access to remote medical care, also known as telemedicine. While this technology can make medical care management...

With a smartphone or a tablet, it has become quite easy for patients to get medical attention right in their living rooms. Telemedicine supports medical care management by giving doctors the ability to meet with patients virtually using modern electronics and...