Keywords
Patient education, healthcare information technology, preceptor training and development
Abstract
Telemedicine is a newer concept in medicine that utilizes technological devices to provide care to patients. In a society already greatly advanced with technology, telemedicine is the new frontier in healthcare. Implementing telemedicine into current practices will benefit both the patient and the provider. The technology utilized with telemedicine has demonstrated promise by decreasing patient travel time, decreasing lost time from work, increasing patient interactions, and increasing interprofessional collaboration. The cost of implementation is minimal compared to the cost savings that will be accrued from utilizing this technology. There are many specialty areas in healthcare where telemedicine can be implemented such as primary care, surgical, orthopedic, rehabilitation, and evidence-based research. An emerging setting for telemedicine is athletic training and sports medicine with potential to drastically change the profession for the better. Many of the skills athletic trainers perform on a regular basis can be completed via telemedicine. Regular use of telemedicine can provide benefits for the clinician, the patient, and the organization. Using telemedicine expedites the speed at which care can be provided to aid in patient recovery by limiting restrictions of distance or time away from work, life, and sport. Overall, telemedicine can advance the medical system by allowing a larger number of patients to have access to high quality health care similar to that of a face-to-face visit.
Recommended Citation
Hollien, Adam M.; Avey, Mary Catherine; and Winkelmann, Zachary K.
(2022)
"Clinical Implications of Telemedicine for Surgical Care: An Evidence-to-Practice Review,"
Clinical Practice in Athletic Training: Vol. 5:
Iss.
1, Article 10.
Available at:
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/clinat/vol5/iss1/10