Technology
Cameras and monitors mounted on mobile carts have been connecting patients in rural exam rooms to distant providers for decades. Many of these integrate electronic stethoscopes and other peripheral devices to transmit a physical exam and other essential vitals. As telehealth programs expand, healthcare organizations have begun to use off-the-shelf webcams/laptops, tablets, and even smart phones. While established vendors compete to create the most efficient end-to-end solution, many new entrepreneurs attempt to navigate the regulatory process. Innovators are developing new software (such as cloud-based videoconferencing, enhanced workflow products, and a wide variety of mobile apps) and hardware (including smaller carts, high-definition cameras, all-in-one peripheral devices, and more). Throughout the industry, a major emphasis to connect the consumer at home or work continues to develop.
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Remote Monitoring of Patient and Family-Generated Health Data in Pediatrics
Date Published: 2022 | Author: Foster, C., Schinasi, D., Kan, K., Macy, M., Wheeler, D., Curfman, A.
State Reports on School Based Telehealth- NY, WV, MI
Date Published: 2021 | Author:
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Addressing Inequities in Older Adults’ Health: A Role for Emerging Technologies
Date Published: 2021 | Author: States
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GAO Reports on Telehealth COVID-19 Flexibility Findings
Date Published: 2021 | Author: Center for Connected Health Policy(CCHP)
Report on Web
Date Published: 2021 | Author: National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)
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UNH Telehealth Practice Center- Training Videos YouTube Channel
Date Published: 2021 | Author: University of New Hampshire TelePractice Center
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Telemedicine: Ensuring Safe, Equitable, Person-Centered Virtual Care
Date Published: 2021 | Author: Institute for Healthcare Improvement
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Telephone vs. Video Visits During COVID-19: Safety-Net Provider Perspectives
Date Published: 2021 | Author: Ji Eun Chang, Zoe Lindenfeld, Stephanie L. Albert, Rachel Massar, Donna Shelley, Lorraine Kwok, Kayla Fennelly, Carolyn A. Berry
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Date Published: 2021 | Author: Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
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Date Published: 2021 | Author: Aronowitz, S., Engel-Rebitzer, E., Dolan, A., Oyekanmi, K., et. al
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Strategic Investments in Telehealth and Digital Tools for Health Centers
Date Published: 2021 | Author: Mid-Atlantic TRC and NACHC
