Telemedicine is changing the way of medical treatment. It is merely the use of audiovisual media to transfer clinical information for consultation, diagnosis, training, and even the performance of remote medical procedures.
This is the perfect solution for today's busy life and environment. This technological aspect of medicine is developing rapidly, and it is a matter of time before it becomes more mainstream. Videoconferencing allows a patient to see a medical specialist at another location.
The patient and physician encounter occurs in real-time, similar to a live broadcast. Tools have been developed which allow the physician to evaluate cardiac monitoring, vital signs, etc., otoscopes and stethoscopes have been modified to this system, which is similar to a doctor being in the exact location as a patient.
The use of Telemedicine is versatile and can operate anywhere. It's potential advantages include:
- Decreased visits to the emergency room and physician offices due to home monitoring
- Improved health outcomes due to earlier treatment and diagnosis
- Greater accessibility to medical care - especially in rural locations
- Support for clinical education programs
- Support for patients and families
- Reduced extended travel with its adverse effect on the environment
If used appropriately, it would greatly benefit people and also serve to enhance the practice of medicine greatly. CityDoc, the pioneer in Telemedicine is ready to serve all of your family's urgent medical care needs. Our physicians and staff are fully equipped to treat patients of all ages, from children to adults to seniors.
We bridge the gap between the emergency room and your primary care provider. We regularly treat 90% of diagnoses seen in the emergency room, but with shorter wait times and at a fraction of the cost. Stay at home or work and connect with a CityDoc provider from your computer or smartphone using our Video Visit service. Visit www.citydoc.net today for more information.