Telemedicine has evolved in recent years. Telemedicine has enabled patients to consult with physicians in different locations without having to transport the patient to a distant medical center. Technology has also made it possible for many patients to receive in-home care instead of being admitted to a healthcare facility, which increases the overall quality of life (Shi & Singh, 2017). Even with the pandemic that we are currently facing, telemedicine has been instrumental in treating patients physically and mentally.
Reference:
Shi, L. & Singh, D.A. (2017). Essentials of the U.S. healthcare system. 4th edition. Burlington, MA. Jones & Bartlett Learning.
Elaborate how telemedicine impacts healthcare.
Include the following aspects in the discussion:
1) Reflect on a time when you or someone you know used telemedicine.
2) What were some advantages or disadvantages of utilizing the services?
3) Discuss how globalization affects telemedicine.