Department of Molecular Medicine, New York University, New York, USA
Editorial
Role of telemedicine in treatment of pediatric
Author(s): Lisa Shieh*
Real-time audiovisual consultation (telemedicine) has
been proven feasible and may be a promising
alternative to interfacility transfer. We sought to
describe caregiver perceptions of the decision to
transfer his or her child to a pediatric emergency
department and the potential use of telemedicine as an
alternative to transfer. The aim of this study was to
review current literature concerning telemedicine in
pediatric medicine including its clinical applications and
challenges related to its implementation. Telemedicine
has a potential role in pediatric emergency medicine for
real-time decision making to improve quality of care for
children. Telemedicine may be a technological tool
that's improving the health of youngsters round the
world. This report chronicles the utilization of
telemedicine by pediatricians and pediatric medical and
surgical specialists to deliver inp.. View More»
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